Why should students test prep? So many colleges are test optional now, so what’s the big deal? Here are six reasons to do college test prep: Test prep can be a great way to feel confident walking into your SAT or ACT testing center. If you’re prepared and confident, you just might get the score …
If you have a high school student, chances are they have activities, vacations, sports, and a job keeping them busy this summer. But they probably also have a little bit of free time. Here are five easy yet important tasks they can do that will really help them start thinking about college. Show this list …
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If you are a high school parent, you’ve probably heard of independent educational consultants (IECs), or college admissions consultants. These consultants have a great deal of knowledge about colleges, and can offer vital help to college bound high school students, from choosing a major to finding colleges that fit them best to working on college …
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Why do colleges ask for letters of recommendation? They want to understand who you are and what type of student you will be from the perspective of someone who has seen you learn and grow, usually a teacher. This letter should speak to your work ethic, character, and drive. The letter can show colleges what …
You applied Early Action or even Early Decision to some colleges on your list. They’ve either accepted, denied, or deferred you. Deferring early candidates has become standard practice during the last few years, as universities have had difficulties predicting which of their accepted candidates will attend. Though frustrating, a deferral is not a rejection, and …
Now is the time when many high school underclassmen are expected to register for next year’s courses. One question often on parent’s and student’s minds is if they should sign up for AP courses, IB courses, or college courses (or some combination thereof). In this blog post, I’ll break down what these are and who …
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Do you have a junior, sophomore, or even freshman eager to explore what college feels like? Winter and spring are perfect seasons for visiting college campuses. Let’s look at how to begin. 1. Pick a few nearby colleges to visit. Choose a small (less than 2000 students), medium (2000 -7000 students), and large campus (more …
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You may be wondering if your teenager will be “independent enough” to live on their own in college. Teens have had a lot of time at home the past eighteen years, and they may still be relying on you to do some things for them that they are capable of doing on their own. Check …
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If you’re a parent of a 9th grader, 10th grader, or even 11th grader, you may have this question: should my child take the ACT or SAT? Not only which one, but should my child even take it at all? · Have they been mostly successful in taking tests in their high school courses? · …
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Wanna show your first-choice colleges that you really, really like them? You should consider applying early. In general, the earlier you submit your application, the better. Your admissions odds may increase, and you will be in the early applicant pool for the most merit aid. In this article, we’ll navigate your early admission options. Early …