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Grades matter most! Classes you have taken and grades you have earned in those classes comprise the single most important component of college applications. Admissions counselors will IMMEDIATELY direct their attention to your academic record. While a high GPA is … Continued
We’ve seen students lighten their academic load senior year because they erroneously think it doesn’t matter to colleges—definitely not advisable. Colleges want to see the “most recent you,” academically speaking, so it is important that you continue to demonstrate your … Continued
College essays should be started in the BEGINNING of summer, and honed all summer long so they are well developed by the time fall rolls around. (The Common Application and UC Application both open August 1st—you can Google “UC essay … Continued
Is your student wondering: Where to apply? How to approach and craft essays & extracurricular activities that tell their story? If their grades and test scores match their aspirations? What colleges are out there that speak to their interests? Where … Continued
Research financial aid once your student enters 9th grade. Preparation is key. By setting aside some time to do your financial aid homework, you can be informed about what aid options exist! (Where your student attends college is a HUGE … Continued
2019 Update: Students can plan for August SAT and/or Septemeber ACT. There will be no July ACT in California or New York. Here’s what you need to know about testing: Higher scores can result in BIG scholarships. Students & families … Continued
Outside scholarships are an excellent way to put together a little extra money to buy essential items like computers, books and bicycles! Although most scholarship money comes straight out of the universities, smaller outside scholarships can help pay for those … Continued
2019 Update: Students can plan for August SAT and/or Septemeber ACT. There will be no July ACT in California or New York. Here’s what you need to know about testing: Higher scores can result in BIG scholarships. Students & families … Continued
We wanted to address questions you may have about the college admissions scandal that has roiled the nation during the past couple of weeks. As professionals working in this field, we have been horrified with the ethical lapses that have … Continued
Start early in high school with working hard on a daily basis. It’s important that you are diligent with everything you do–it will help you fully prepare for the rigors of college life. Only through practice can you master this … Continued