Not only do college applications often ask how students spent their summers (and you don’t want your answer to be “played video games and went to the beach”!), but these months grant teenagers a real opportunity to explore their interests or make a difference in their communities. Students, here are a few suggestions to ensure…
Wondering how to prepare for your college interviews?
Check out these tips from our college counselors! Dress code: Dress on the conservative side, and business casual is a good starting point. If you have to ask yourself, “Is this appropriate to wear on interview day?”….then it probably isn’t. You also do not need to wear a suit, so save yourself some money. DO…
The College Audition: What Every Prospective Undergraduate Drama Student Should Know
by Nicole Pacent-Lindquist As we all know, the college application process is a doozy no matter what schools/majors you’re considering. There are college visits to make, standardized tests to take, essays upon essays to write, and applications themselves to fill out and submit — all while balancing a full high school course load. It goes…
The Impact of Athletics on the College Admissions Process
by Katie Charles You’re a strong athlete at the high school level…maybe you even participate on a club team or in a development league. Now, you think you may want to continue playing at the next level. The recruiting process can seem daunting, given the nearly 2000 schools offering athletics at the college level, the…
Shopping for a Test Prep Company or an Independent Tutor?
“How much do your services cost?” This is one of the FIRST questions we get from prospective clients and we completely understand…tutoring can be a costly investment! And with any big purchase comes research, competitor comparisons, and of course, price evaluation. As a consumer, I appreciate the fact that I have options with almost everything…
