It’s the fall of your senior year of high school. Hopefully by now, you have settled—or are at least close to settling—on the list of colleges and universities you’ll be applying to. Now it’s time to sit down and start in on your college essays if you haven’t already.
Read MoreWith college application deadlines rapidly approaching, many high school seniors are scrambling to finalize their college essays and add any finishing touches to their applications. However, in the midst of it all, there are important steps you should keep in mind before sending off your applications.
Read MoreThe UC admissions staff wants to know who you are, and they want to understand your background and life circumstances so that they can better interpret the rest of your application. Through the UC Personal Insight Questions, you have the opportunity to fill them in…
Read MoreCommittee-Based Evaluation (CBE) is a new admissions method gaining steam at universities across the US. With more and more universities and colleges implementing CBE each year, 2018-19 college applicants are likely to have at least one of their applications reviewed with this new method…
Read MoreA college essay can be generic for any number of reasons, including topic, style, and diction. But the primary reason an essay falls into the generic category is simply that it is not personal enough…
Read MoreOne of the primary ways candidates stand out among an elite pack is through their extracurricular activities lists. So, how do you build an activities list that will stand out?
Read MoreSupplements provide additional insight that may not be reflected elsewhere in your application and are prime opportunities to expand the scope of knowledge admissions officers have about you. And the most important supplement is arguably the “Why Us?” essay. Here’s how to get it right…
Read MoreYep, colleges admissions officers are potentially looking you up on Google, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, LinkedIn and any other online platforms where you may have a presence. Surprised? Don’t be. The internet is thoroughly woven into the fabric of modern society, allowing immediate access to infinite information. Why wouldn’t admissions incorporate that access into their work? A quick search can yield potentially valuable information, so let’s explore ways in which you can ensure your social media presence helps instead of hurts your admissions candidacy.
Read MoreSometimes being a student can feel a little more like being an audience member in a show you’d probably rather get a refund for, except that you can’t because you’re mandated by law (and probably your parents) to be in class five days a week where you are expected to pay attention, complete assignments, and pass tests. It sure can feel like you don’t have a lot of freedom. But actually, you do.
Read MoreNow that spring is officially underway, it’s time to start thinking about and planning for the summer. While summer can offer a nice reprieve from school, it also offers boundless opportunities to bolster your college applications. Ideally, you want to use the summer months to pursue and deepen your passions and potential career interests. When it comes time to fill out your college applications, these experiences can demonstrate initiative, dedication, and responsibility. Here are some potential avenues to explore for the summer…
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