Admissions Blog
How much money should I save for college this summer? - - May 9, 2008
As much as you can. I am big believer that summer is a time for work not play. I know I sound old and stuffy but life has begun for you. Your parents might help with college costs but you should do your …
Meal Plans - - May 8, 2008
It’s only a few short months now until you will be packing your bags to come to college! I’m sure you have many questions running through your mind and your summer will be full as you figure …
Should I take a summer college course? - - May 1, 2008
There are many reasons why graduating high school seniors decide to take a college course over the summer. Some are concerned about money, others about finishing early, and others just want to complete one …
What Do CU Students Do in the Summer? - - Apr 25, 2008
This beautiful weather here in Grand Rapids, MI is creating quite a buzz around campus, that buzz is …..SUMMER TIME! Cornerstone University students are anxiously awaiting summer vacation. I think …
Suffering from - - Apr 21, 2008
Senioritis, def.-; is an ebbing of motivation and effort by school seniors due to impatience for the end of school year. I think it’s safe to say that every person has some sort of emotional change …
Why You Should Volunteer in Admissions! - - Apr 17, 2008
There are many great jobs on our campus. Whether it is food services, grounds, housekeeping, or athletics, there are many different opportunities that you as an incoming freshman can take advantage as far …
Transferring to Cornerstone - - Apr 3, 2008
Relocating, changing, moving: Transferring to Cornerstone University At Cornerstone University we welcome all transfer students! We understand that making the decision to change schools can be a very …Should I Take an AP Exam? - - Mar 28, 2008
I know what you’re thinking. Another TEST? Please, please don’t make me take another test! Between taking the ACT as many times as you can stomach, or cough up the cash for, taking the MME, …What is a CLEP test? - - Mar 27, 2008
A CLEP test is a chance for students to earn college credit by taking a test based on knowledge that you already have. This knowledge comes from various places: from high school, job training, internships, …The NEW Cornerstone University Core - - Mar 24, 2008
Students coming to Cornerstone for the fall 2008 semester will be operating under a new academic core. The new academic core, stems from a process that started back in 2002 as the Faculty Senate + the University …What's the Big Deal about Family Orientation Days? - - Mar 19, 2008
Midterms were last week, Students are leaving on spring break, Families are putting out the Easter decorations, and the snow is starting to melt. I love spring time because it such a refresh from the gloomy, …Why come to a Family Orientation Day? - - Mar 12, 2008
April is a great month here at Cornerstone for us in the admissions office. April brings with it not only warmer days and flip flops; it also brings us days when we can see the excitement of those students …Why a small Christ-centered college is a good decision - - Mar 11, 2008
A smaller Christ-centered college is a great decision for any student who wants to incorporate a Christian worldview in their education and grow spiritually. Large public schools can sometimes offer many …Class Registration Frenzy - - Mar 3, 2008
Now is the time of the year when academic catalogs are dusted off, the registrar’s office is hectic, and upcoming semester class schedules are determined. Yes, heading into the spring season triggers …Registering for Your First College Classes! - - Feb 29, 2008
Happy Leap Day! While February 29 only comes around once every four years, you have something even more exciting coming up quickly that also will only happen once…registering for your very FIRST …Tips for Making your College Decision - - Feb 21, 2008
It’s almost March and you keep hearing that dreaded question, over and over, from your parents, relatives and friends—"where are you going to college in the fall?" Suddenly, your heart …What's a Sherpa? - - Feb 18, 2008
As you visit different college campuses you might have noticed that many students, staff, and faculty members use words or phrases that are not familiar to most guests on campus. For example, at Cornerstone …Top 7 Things I Wish I Had Known - - Feb 11, 2008
The TOP 7 things I wish I would have known my senior year… 7. A college visit + meeting with your personal admissions counselor is so valuable. If you have not visited Cornerstone University to …Should I live on campus or commute? - - Feb 8, 2008
I am one of those fortunate enough to have experienced campus living all four years. In other words, when freshmen moved on campus, I was the senior that they all wondered “why is he still in the dorm?” …What Do Students Do on the Weekend? - - Feb 8, 2008
Ah……..it’s the weekend. You’ve got to love that feeling of being done with a week of classes, practice, work, or anything else that a college student goes through in a typical week. …A Great Class…Leadership Journey! - - Feb 4, 2008
Many of you have been thinking a lot about leadership over these past few weeks as you’ve been working on your leadership scholarship applications. In talking with students, I’m consistently …Leadership Journey - - Jan 31, 2008
Leadership Journey is a required program that all of CU’s students have to go through. There are a couple times throughout the school year that students can go but most (90% or so) will go before classes …Time to Deposit! - - Jan 28, 2008
We are rapidly approaching the time of year that we, here in the admissions office, like to call “financial aid season.” Ah, yes, you understand now—the time where you begin searching …Finding Scholarships - - Jan 17, 2008
In looking for outside scholarships, I encourage you to be creative! Thousands of organizations give scholarship dollars to students seeking higher education. I remember when I was a senior in high school …Athletic Scholarships - - Jan 11, 2008
Are you wondering where that extra little bit of money is going to come from? Do you play a sport? Here at Cornerstone we offer athletic scholarships to students who participate on one of our 12 sports teams. …Music Scholarships - - Jan 10, 2008
It’s January of 2008! Can you believe it? Now is the time to start looking at financial aid and getting those essays done and filling out the FAFSA! Some of you may be talking to coaches or trying …Leadership and Money? - - Jan 7, 2008
One of my most favorite college experiences were the ways that I was able to get involved with numerous extracurricular activities. I couldn’t stop with just one! I participated in hall counsel, …What's J-Term? - - Jan 3, 2008
Happy New Year! Though the holidays have come and gone, here at Cornerstone, we are eagerly awaiting the next two weeks. Every year, the first two weeks of January mark our J-term (J being short for …How To Pay For College - - Jan 2, 2008
To get a loan or not get a loan - that is the ever frustrating (yet important) question almost every college bound student has to ask. For you fortunate ones out there who don’t have to take out school …Christmas Vacation: Are We There Yet? - - Dec 20, 2007
Bloodshot eyes. Bed head. Sweatpants. Coffee breath. These are just a few of the telltale signs that it’s finals week on Cornerstone’s campus. But somehow, despite pulling all nighters and …What's an EFC? - - Dec 17, 2007
Cornerstone University asks that each student file the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) after the first of the year, using the previous year’s tax information. Once the student/family …How Does Financial Aid Work? - - Dec 10, 2007
It’s getting to that time of the year when you narrow your list of colleges down to two or three. You probably have many factors that you are looking at, such as athletics, spiritual life, academics, …How to Survive Finals in College - - Dec 3, 2007
It’s that time of the year again for our students here at Cornerstone……finals week is approaching……uggh! I remember when I was in college and finals were approaching…..I …Relationships Between Professors and Students - - Nov 20, 2007
From firsthand experience, I can tell you that the relationship a Cornerstone student has with his/her professor is personal. Not only do the small number of students in the classroom help create this relationship …
Making the Most of Your Campus Visit - - Nov 2, 2007
When I was searching for college over ten years ago the search process looked radically different than it does now. The internet was a luxury, not a staple, and so visiting college campuses to retrieve …“Attend a Christian College...WHY?” - - Oct 23, 2007
“Why would I want to attend a Christian college?” This is a question that I vividly remember asking my family members the summer before my senior year of high school. At the time I had thought …You're my personal admissions what? - - Oct 19, 2007
Sure, we look cute in our preppy navy blue sweater vests, white collared shirts and khaki pants as we greet you on CU ‘Golden Eagle’ visit days. Or perhaps you’ve seen us looking more …Muddy Midnight Madness! - - Oct 5, 2007
It’s 4:30 on Friday afternoon and as I’m sitting at my desk, I’m feeling a little tired, but it’s the good kind of tired. The kind of tired when you’ve had a full and rewarding …Tips for Taking the ACT/SAT - - Sep 25, 2007
It’s ACT/SAT time - your opportunity to shine, your opportunity to divulge your absorbed high school knowledge. Perhaps you're looking, searching, grasping for any gold nugget that will erase your …Top 10 Reasons to Visit a College Fair - - Sep 17, 2007
On Monday, September 24th, 2007 Cornerstone University will be hosting its 15th annual Christian college fair. The fair will be held at the Hansen Athletic Center and will have over 50 different Christian …My First Day of College Classes - - Sep 10, 2007
In thinking back to my first few days of college a flood of memories come to me -; orientation weekend is such a busy time of meeting my roommate, unpacking boxes, hall meetings, social events and so much …Remembering My First Week at College - - Sep 5, 2007
It finally happened. Although I’d spent the past year planning for and dreaming about this moment, the euphoria of it all escaped me in just seconds. We hugged, they waved goodbye, and I was left with …When I First Met My Roommate... - - Aug 30, 2007
The first time I met my roommate was on the first day of school. Apparently, I was overexcited as I burst into the room and yelled, ‘Are you Jason Paul Klaus from 123 Miller Rd in Cleveland, Ohio.’ …Move-In Day at CU - - Aug 24, 2007
Imagine waking up in the morning to realize that your science project was due today and you haven’t started. “Oh No” is the only words that you can vocalize. Your heart starts racing …[ current year ]
