Admissions
Is It Really Impossible to Get into College These Days?
There’s no question the students who get the attention of admission officers and do best in the college application process have figured out who they are and what they want. Be yourself. High school—and the college application process—are about students finding out who they are and what they love — not simply trying to create…
Top 5 Factors to Consider Community College
As high school seniors plan their impending college career, they and their parents realize that after comparing Cost of Attendance at State, UCs and private colleges, it’s an extremely heavy financial burden. Even with the support of financial aid, it’s likely that families will spend tens of thousands of dollars per school year. So, why…
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Colleges: Why You Should Apply Regardless
Recently the labels “need-blind” and “need-aware” were thrust into the spotlight. After years of promoting themselves as a need-blind college, George Washington University admits they generally adopt need-aware practices. In fact, about 10% of prospective students falling outside the top-achieving admissions migrate from “admitted” to “waitlisted” at GWU each year due to financial need consideration….
November Newsletter 2013: Common App Issues, College Curriculum Debates, Scholarship Resources & More
It’s November and the holiday season is quickly approaching. Many seniors have already applied for early admission to some private colleges and all seniors foresee regular admission deadlines looming upon the horizon. Ongoing issues with Common Application were an unwelcome distraction in the midst of an already stressful time. In response to these problems, a growing…
Recommendation Letters: A Powerful Tool in Your Application Arsenal
Thinking your grades may not hold up for admission to a prestigious, private university? Think again! While colleges absolutely consider GPA as a factor for admission, not all of us are straight-A super-students who dedicate countless hours in extracurricular activities. Like many high school students, you may have struggled for a solid B average. That…
Financial Aid: Need Blind vs. Need Aware Admissions Policy
One of the first things you’ll want to find out about when you’re seeking financial aid from a school is what the school’s admissions policy is for students who need assistance with college money. Schools maintain different policies in regards to how generous they are with applicants applying for aid. Understanding the difference between a…