What does it mean to be deferred or waitlisted to college? And if you’ve been waitlisted to your dream college, what should you do?
Read MoreThere are some practical steps you can take at this stage to ensure your success in both the college applications process and in your eventual transition to college life. Here are 7 tips for what you should be doing to prepare for college as a high school freshman.
Read MoreIf you’ve had great relationships with your teachers they will be more likely to write you excellent letters of recommendation, which are vital to your success in the college admissions process. Here are 6 great ways to stand out as a student.
Read MoreBut what does applying early mean exactly? We’ve answered a few of the most fundamental questions concerning early applications to help you suss out whether this decision is right for YOU.
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Tenth grade may seem a little early to think about college, but doing so can give you a real advantage when it comes time to fill out those college applications. Here are a few action steps you can take right now, this year, to make sure you are on track.
Read MoreWhile "UC drops the SAT and ACT" is the headline, the details are slightly more complex and worth delving into.
Read MoreCounselors can be a tremendous resource of information and support beyond just enrolling you in classes, so if you don’t already, try regularly setting up times to meet with them. Here are 6 questions to help make the most of your time with them.
Read MoreEveryone has a compelling story to tell. When I say it’s never too early to begin thinking about your college application essays, what I really mean is: you should start thinking about how to tell a story out of your day-to-day life.
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The University of California’s announcement that they will temporarily suspend the SAT application requirement has left many high school juniors with questions. To help clarify things, we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions and provided answers.
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Be honest with yourself: how many of these rigorous courses can you handle while still maintaining a high GPA?
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