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ACT or SAT?: What’s a Student To Do? Take the SAT/ACT Diagnostic
Curiously, too many students never take the college entrance exam (SAT or ACT) they’re likely to score better on. College Admissions Newsletter – February 13, 2014
Applications Are In: What Now?
For most high school seniors, the college application season has ended and the focus has shifted to enjoying the final semester and waiting for admission decisions. While it’s tempting to sit back and relax, here are some tips to improve your candidacy and reduce the high cost of college.
Impressive Candidate vs. Admitted Student
Her story is not unusual — stellar grades, challenging course load, strong SAT scores and recommendations, assortment of activities and community service — applied to a dozen highly-selective institutions (“reach schools”) and was rejected across the board. Adding insult to injury, Bella was also turned down by some of the “likely schools” to which she applied.
Common Application Prompts for Fall 2015 Admission
The 2014-2015 Common Application, scheduled to launch on August 1, 2014, will include five “personal statement” essay prompts. The prompts were designed to enable applicants to tell their unique stories as part of a holistic selection process.
How Assets Hurt College Aid Eligibility on FAFSA and CSS Profile
Is College Worth It? Jobs of Future Will Require Skills
Why Are American Colleges Obsessed With ‘Leadership’?
9 Ways to Show Your Interest to Colleges
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