Every college applicant is looking for a higher chance of being accepted- submit your application Early Action! Early applicants are more likely to get a letter of acceptance than their peer competitors who wait for the later deadline. According to U.S. News, the average acceptance rate for early applicants was 67.6% for Fall 2016, while the average regular acceptance rate was only 51.2%. Students who submit Early Action are considered amongst a smaller group of peers, rather than those who submit later have a much larger group of qualified applicants to stand out in. The Early Action submit deadline usually falls on November 1st. Sign up to attend one of our FREE Workshops to learn more about the application process and how we can help…
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How to Prep for College This Summer!
It’s CRUCIAL to start preparing for college early, before it’s too late to change your high school experiences — don’t be the student that says “I wish I submitted my application for ASB!” or “I should have studied harder for my chemistry exam!” Summer vacation is the perfect time to spend enhancing your college applications, not only for soon-to-be seniors applying to colleges in the fall, but for upcoming sophomores and juniors, as well. Start EARLY with these 14 activities from the Princeton Review: 1. Participate in a specialized program: Specialized summer programs are happening on different college campuses throughout the nation, such as leadership conventions, mock trials, etc. 2. Take college classes: Numerous colleges offer summer programs for high schoolers to stay in a…
Your Guide to the Common Application
The Common Application is an online college application system used by hundreds of colleges and universities. It allows students to conveniently fill out their standard information one time for Common App schools – rather than filling out a dozen applications, this is one app for each school! The Common App dashboard also allows students to keep track of important documents and deadlines. The Common Application officially opens for application submissions on August 1st, but did you know you can already start on your account to make it easier on yourself come submission time? We would recommend doing so! So here’s everything you need to know about the Common App from the Princeton Review: 1. Who uses the Common App? There are a variety of colleges…
Unsure of Which College is Right for You?
Not sure which college is right for you? Make a college wish list – what’s important to you in a school? What is your ideal class size? What kind of weather will you want to live in for the next four years? Gather information on each college that interests you with these tips from The Princeton Review: 1. College admissions websites, brochures, videos and catalogs – gather information on the school’s academic offerings and admissions requirements. 2. Current students – talk to real college students during your college tours. Ask them what it’s like attending their school! No one knows what it’s like to be a student at college better than the student, right? 3. College guides – buy a narrative guide to read about…
8 Ways to Get Ahead During Spring Break
Spring break is an excellent time to prepare for college – use this free time to plan for your future! The Princeton Review released a list of 8 great ways to prep for college and minimize your stress come application time! 1. Draft your college list: Really think about what you want throughout your college experience. Would you want to attend a small private school, or a large school that has a football game every Saturday? Does your prospective college have a great science department, or is it better known for business or film? 2. College road trip: There’s no better way to get a real feel for the colleges you’re applying to than by taking a tour of each one. Spring break is a…
Grades, Test Scores and Extracurriculars, Oh My
Grades and test scores are huge factors that help get you into college, but schools also want to see what you choose to do with your free time. College admissions counselors have a goal of creating a diverse incoming class, so they’ll look at your extracurriculars to get a sense of the person you are. With that said, here’s what you need to know about extracurricular activities from The Princeton Review. 1. How much you do isn’t as important as being committed to what you’re doing – the simple rule of quality over quantity. Stick with your passions for your entire four years of high school. This will show your future college your commitment and determination. Find a few clubs and/ or teams that interest…
Questions You Need To Ask Your College Tour Guide
Never underestimate the power of a good question! Here are 60 great questions from The Princeton Review to ask your tour guide on your next college tour: The Basics Why did you choose this school? Are you happy here? What are your school’s strengths? What’s your #1 complaint about your school? What else could stand to be improved? How accessible are administrators, registrars, financial aid officers, etc.? Academics What majors are popular? What departments or programs have the best reputations? What’s your favorite class? Are your professors good teachers? Do your professors hold office hours, and will they meet with you outside of class? Are most of your classes taught by professors or teaching assistants? Were you able to take most of your first-choice classes? Are your classes lecture-based or…
Everything You Need to Know About Letters of Recommendation
Your college applications say a lot about you – how well you do in school, your test scores, your hobbies and passions, and your personal statements. However, colleges also want to learn more about you from someone that isn’t you. According to The Princeton Review, colleges typically ask for letters of recommendation from at least two high school teachers, but some allow you to include additional letters from coaches, counselors, etc. Make sure you know everything you need to about your letters of recommendation: when to ask, who to ask, and what exactly to ask for. 1. Start Early: Just like most parts of the college application process, it is important to plan ahead. Start building relationships with your teachers as early as your freshman…
Every College Student Needs to Download THESE Apps Today
Believe it or not, apps aren’t only used for fun and games – download these five apps recommended by Concordia University for college students to stay on track! 1. myHomework Student Planner: Provides you with a calendar to track your upcoming assignments, tests, projects and other events! 2. 2Do: Creates your own to-do lists, categorizing your tasks by priority and subject. 3. Evernote: Not only a note-taking app, but helps manage your to-do lists by syncing personal checklists across multiple devices! 4. Pomodairo: Helps avoid a burnout while writing essays – it breaks up writing into 25 minute intervals, allowing for a 5 minute “brain break” in between sessions. 5. SelfControl: Blocks certain websites & apps for a certain period of time while working on…
Get Into These 4 Universities for Entrepreneurship
According to Forbes, today’s teens are far more entrepreneurial than their parents. Over 70% of teens have self-employed jobs rather than traditional workforce positions. More specifically, today’s teenagers are becoming masters and teachers of an art, creating and selling items on social media platforms, managing their own babysitting services and more. These young entrepreneurs are not looking to the future with hopes of working in a corporate role, rather they are looking to create, manage and sustain their own businesses! With that said, college entrepreneurship programs are becoming more sought after than other major programs, so Forbes came out with a list of four schools that offer unique entrepreneurship programs: 1. University of Dayton: This entrepreneurship program has been ranked in Princeton Review’s top 25…
