High School Success is Essential for College Readiness
Students who find success, in their first year of college, are recent high school graduates who were influenced, by their high school...
What are Holistic Admissions?
Most top colleges and universities in the United States have holistic admissions. Grades and test scores matter (often a lot), but the...
Why Go to College at All?
Maybe you're the first in your family to go to college. Maybe you're worried about the cost of tuition. Or maybe you're not a fan of...
Colleges look for qualities like Leadership and Responsibility.
What are college admission officers looking for when they read your application? They consider more than your GPA and test scores. Your...
Compare the SAT to the ACT
Choosing which standardized test to include in your portfolio is, without a doubt, an important part of your college application...
How to Find Your Best Fit College
To find the right college fit for you, think about what you need in four different categories: academics, campus culture, financial aid,...
Become an Active Listener
On the surface, listening seems passive: You sit back as someone else speaks. In reality, effective listening is an active process that...
The Essence of College Success
The following summarizes what students perceived led to college success. A successful college student was someone who excelled...
4 Reasons Test Prep Is Worth It
Some parents are skeptical about the value of an Test Prep camp or course. Does my son or daughter really need it? Is it worth the price?...
Time for Success
Without looking up from the page, answer this question: What time is it? Most people are pretty accurate in their answer. And if you...
