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College Planning for High School Sophomores

Sophomore year is the smart time to get a jump start on the college process. Thoughtful planning and preparation can improve your credentials and college admission options. Starting early, with this list of 13 sophomore year action items, can help you achieve more success with less stress!

19 Junior Year Planning Tips

During 11th grade, the college preparation process kicks into high gear. In addition to building their admission credentials, college-bound juniors need to focus on entrance exams and learn about colleges and student aid.

Creating a Blog or Website to Showcase Your Athletic Ability, Passion, Talent or Interest

What do a student athlete, artist, avid reader, theater critic, human-rights advocate, literacy promoter, community service opportunity researcher, book seller and junk food junkie have in common? They all are high school students using the Internet to present themselves, their business, or their passion.

ADMISSIONS EDGE:

ILM Newsletter: May 31, 2012

Essay Prompts Announced for 2012-13 Common Application

13 College Strategies for Sophomores and Juniors

The Spring 2012 NACAC College Fair Schedule is available. Fairs will be held throughout the USA starting in early February…..

Read, Write and Build Your Vocabulary — Ways to Improve Your SAT / ACT Scores

Beating The Admissions Odds: 11 Tips Every Applicant Should Know

While there’s no getting around the surge in college applications, there are ways for savvy students to improve their chances.

Acing the College Interview

A college interview is an ideal time to show that you are more than just paper credentials, essays and recommendations.

SAT vs. ACT: Which is Best For Me?

The SAT and ACT are two very different college entrance exams. The SAT is essentially a three-part aptitude test (Reading, Math, Writing) while the ACT is….

  • Comparison Chart
  • Which is Best for Me?
  • SAT / ACT Score Conversion Table

 

Dreaming of an 800 Math SAT?

Dr. John Chung’s SAT Math prep books have earned praise from college-bound students around the U.S. and throughout the world, including those who are strong at math.

SCHOLARSHIPS AND STUDENT AID:

EFC and How to Estimate

The Expected Family Contribution (EFC) Calculator can help you gain insight into your eligibility for financial aid….

RESEARCHING COLLEGES

15 A+ Resources for Researching Colleges

Guide to a Successful Campus Visit

61 Questions for Your Next Campus Visit

Many students are touring campuses during Break. Asking the right questions can help you make the right college decision.

COLLEGE CONSULTING AND APPLICATION ASSISTANCE:

Personalized Coaching / College Consulting

Admission By Design provides personalized coaching to find the right mix of schools and help you become a more desirable candidate. Strategy and assistance with college selection, applications, essays, testing, recommendations, interviews and scholarships. U.S. and International.

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FLORIDA

Bright Futures Applications Are Available Now

http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/

Young Scholars Program @ FSU Applications are Available Now

http://www.bio.fsu.edu/ysp/

SAT / ACT /

Subject Tests:

2011-2012 Test Dates

Upcoming Exams:

SAT – March 10

ACT – April 14

SAT – May 5

SAT – June 2

ACT – June 9

SAT Optional Colleges

ILM Newsletter: May 31, 2012

SAT Score Submission Requirements

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CLASS OF 2012 & 2013:

 

Drafting Your High School Resume

Guide to a Successful Campus Visit

Finding Your College Admissions “Hook”

ESSENTIAL READING:

 

College Guidebook Recommendations

Getting Accepted: The Key Success Factors

FLORIDA:

NEW — Florida SUS Admissions Stats and Matrix (Fall 2011)

 

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