College Application Mistakes
Common App is a convenient way to apply to college, but the technology can come with its downsides and some mistakes are easy to make. Here's how to avoid them....
Upcoming Dates October 2025
Fall is here, and it's time for high school students planning for college to line up testing dates and get ready to submit EA and EH applications....
Why Are You Applying Here?
When high school seniors start college applications, one of the most common and tricky questions they face is some version of “Why us?” It sounds simple, but.....
Focusing on Understanding College Entrance Dynamics
The college admissions process can be overwhelming without direction. Let's break down the Digital SAT, letters of recommendation, and college deferrals....
Understanding Letters of Recommendation
The application requirements for most colleges in the US include a letter of recommendation from the student's high school teachers. Here's what to do....
Social Media and College Admissions
Are colleges checking your social media? College admission officers could be scrolling through your feeds, and what they see might impact your future....
Alternative Start Dates for College Freshman
While traditional fall starts work well for many students, colleges now offer several alternative start dates that might better suit your child's needs and goals....
Choosing the “Best” Test Prep
Taking a good test prep course or working with a tutor can help alleviate anxiety by letting students become familiar with the exams and test-taking strategies....
Understanding College Deferrals
A deferral represents a "not yet" rather than a rejection. Colleges gather more information while allowing applicants to strengthen their cases for admission....
Upcoming Dates December 2024
The holidays approaching means that college applications are wrapping up for seniors and tests are being set up and scores sent off to colleges....
