college applications

Discover these Hidden Gems: University Honors Programs

Did you know that many flagship public universities have honors programs?  Oftentimes these programs can be comparable to or even exceed the academic rigor at elite, highly selective schools.  How can honors programs at state universities benefit you? 1.  Cost.  Attending an in-state public school can save over 75% on tuition.  (Example: full-time tuition for …

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Got Deferred? Here’s What to Do Next.

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 …

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