The process of applying to a college can be stressful. However, we are going to provide you with three helpful reminders for navigating the process. Take one step at a time – Chart your progress using a calendar. This will ensure that you hit due dates on things like applying for financial aid, asking teachers […]
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You want to have safety schools, reach schools, and midrange schools on your list of colleges to apply to. You may have a few names pop into your head right away, but how can you really decide which schools have the best options for you? The Internet is a valuable tool in your search. Here
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One of the things that students dread the most about the college applications process is having to write an essay. To help simplify the process just a little, we’ve come up with these three vital tips. Ignore the word “optional” when it appears in connection with an essay – If the college application says that
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We’re being asked to stay indoors for our own sake and that of others. We’re not even supposed to gather with family and friends for the holidays in order to keep down the risk. So how can you add volunteering to your college portfolio? You’re certainly not going to go see strangers when you can’t
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Experts suggest that you should apply to anywhere from four to eight colleges. This allows you room to go after a couple of schools that are on your wishlist, albeit unlikely. Make sure that there are at least a couple of sure things on the list (often called fallback schools). The rest should all land
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The abridged answer to this question has to be, “Yes,” although it requires the addendum, “but not that much.” What is the main difference with what colleges now expect from applications? How can you provide what admissions officers are looking for? Here are a few quick tips. SAT and ACT scores are now generally optional
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Don’t let adults fool you. Most of us still don’t know what we want to be when we grow up. But the reason you get asked that question so much as a kid is because you basically have to decide by the time you go to college. After all, it can be tough to choose
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Your college application can help an admission officer to learn a lot about who you are. However, all of that information is coming from your own mouth. That’s why recommendation letters matter. They prove that you aren’t just blowing smoke and that you really have the personality and abilities that you claim to have. Of
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Do you want to build an impressive resume to get into your favorite college? Here are seven things to work on during high school to set yourself apart from the rest of the pack. Achievements – Focus on any awards or honors that you qualify for. You will also want to include anything that you
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If you really want to impress a college admissions officer and get into the school of your dreams, here are the top five tips for a perfect essay. Write in your own voice – Don’t try to imitate someone else’s style of writing. A unique voice will stand out to admissions officer after a long
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