College Applications
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…
Alleviating the Common App Blues
For many incoming students attempting to apply for early consideration via Common Application, roadblocks of technical issues plague their submissions. Implemented as a time-saver, Common App provides a platform for students to conveniently mass submit their applications to many colleges at once. Their new 4th generation system, which forgoes physical paperwork and instead utilizes digital…
Grammar Do’s and Don’ts
When you communicate with a college, whether by formal application or emailed correspondence, you are adding to a picture of yourself. Think of each step as part of a job application. While you know it is essential that your application and essay portray you in the best light possible, email inquiries are important too. Naturally,…
How to Make the Most of College Campus Visits
Are you planning to spend your spring break making college campus visits? Spring of junior year is a good time to check out the campuses on your short list, especially if you are considering applying for early decision. To avoid wasting time and money visiting every school on your list, do your homework first. Narrow…
6 Tips to Stay Organized with College Applications
The college application process can be overwhelming. Different schools have varying requirements and deadlines, and it can be hard to keep track of what’s due when. Organization is essential to keep everything straight and make sure that nothing slips through the cracks. Here are 6 tips to help you stay organized. 1. Find out from…