Crosby Scholars of Iredell Co. Blog
5 Tips to Improve Your Art Portfolio
What makes a successful art portfolio? The answer to this question may vary depending on who you ask, but within the context of college admissions, there are a few key… Read more »
The Energy of In-Person Events
We all love the convenience of virtual meetings and events. Since the pandemic, we have gotten used to how easy it is to attend almost anything from the comfort of… Read more »
Flashy Brand Names Should NOT Influence Your College List
It is time for Back-to-School shopping. Clothes, supplies, books, computers, and colleges/universities. Yes, that is right, I said colleges and universities. Seniors, at this moment are finalizing their college list… Read more »
Is CTE Education for College-Bound Me?
Many students and parents are confused about Career and Technical Education (CTE) and whether it’s a path they should choose. Below is an excerpt from the NC Department of Public… Read more »
What to Expect as a Rising College Freshman
From walking across a graduation stage to stepping into the world of higher education, the life of a high school graduate can change drastically leading up to the highly-anticipated —… Read more »
Comparing the Cost of College
During the admissions process, families are so focused on working to gain acceptance, that financial aid and cost is sometimes an afterthought. Not for long. The cost of college has… Read more »
Careers in Heart Health
In the past couple of years, we have seen just how important our healthcare workers are. Since it is American Heart Month, we’d like to shed some light on the… Read more »
What Do College Access/Attainment Programs Do?
College access programs offer services that have typically only been available to students attending private schools or to students whose families could afford to hire a private college consultant. Crosby… Read more »
4 Tips for Better Studying
A joy for some and an unbearable chore for others, studying is something many of us can’t avoid. However, no matter your approach to the task, there are so many… Read more »