InLikeMe Newsletter – September 13, 2013

College Admissions Newsletter

A Favorite from Malibu to Miami

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NEW: Florida 2013 SUS Admissions Tour Matrix

As part of the annual Admissions Tour, the SUS provides a annual matrix with helpful admissions-related information pertaining to the various Florida SUS schools.

Guide to a Successful Campus Visit

After narrowing your list of schools, reviewing brochures, information on the web and taking virtual tours, try to personally visit some of the schools on your list.

Steps to Schedule a Productive College Tour

These best practice tips will help you a great deal when you visit colleges.

61 Questions for Your College Campus Visit

Answers to some of the questions below will not only give you a better sense for the college, but will help you decide whether or not it’s a good fit for you.

16 Great College Research Websites and Resources

What do Unigo, College Prowler, CollegeXpress, YOUniversityTV and Big Future have in common?

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS BOOK OF THE WEEK:

The Fiske Guide to Colleges 2014

TEST PREP BOOK OF THE WEEK:

Barron’s 6 ACT Practice Tests

APPLICATION ESSAY BOOK OF THE WEEK:

100 Successful College Application Essays (Updated, Third Edition)

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS RESOURCE OF THE WEEK:

YOUniversityTV.com – Campus Tours

Click Here to view dozens of College Admission and Test Prep Resources from InLikeMe

ADMISSIONS EDGE:

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InLikeMe’s combined SAT / ACT / PSAT calendar is available in PDF format for convenient download and easy printing.

ENTRANCE EXAMS:

Test Timer Watch Helps Students on ACT

Many students spend valuable test time checking the clock to figure out how much time is left and if they are on pace to finish.

ACT or SAT?: Choosing the Right Exam For You This Princeton Review book can help you decide based on an assessment of your strengths, weaknesses and personal test-taking skills.

APPLICATION ESSAYS:

19 Application Essay Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many students trip over common obstacles in their application essays. For example, many students can’t see beyond the superficial prompt to construct an essay that positively communicates their personality and passion. Some students rehash their activities and achievements without adding the personal flavor, perspective and substance that admissions officers look for. Learn how to avoid these and other damaging traps.

Choosing a Great Topic for Your Application Essay

September is a great time to get started on application essays….

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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