There is no magic formula for the “best” extracurriculars. Spend time participating in extracurricular activities that appeal to you. Your choices may be different than what your friends and peers have in mind, and that’s okay! The concept of “best” … Continued
Are you wondering when to take the SAT or ACT or both? Look ahead at your academic calendar and plan out your testing schedule in advance.. High school juniors should anticipate dates right now and get testing dates on the … Continued
Freshmen and sophomore years are the perfect time to try many different activities so you can zero in on your unique passions later in high school. “What extracurricular activities will impress colleges the most?” That’s a question we hear frequently … Continued
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
The New Year is a great time to begin dabbling in a new hobby or extracurricular activity, allowing a chance to develop your interests more fully as you enter 11th grade. No matter how you spend your time, this is … Continued
Colleges are interested in enthusiastic & active students who will make their campus more vibrant. Don’t settle for a life of just academics during your high school years. Get out and explore different extracurricular activities that are available to you. … Continued
Managing time between academic responsibilities and extracurricular exploits takes practice! Only through practice can you master this skill, so start early in high school to become proficient at working hard on a daily basis. With eight hours of “seat time” … Continued
“What extracurricular activities will impress colleges the most?” That’s a question we hear frequently, and our answer is always the same: “Do what you love and make your mark.” That’s it, end of story! Freshmen and sophomore years are the … Continued
The single most important component of your college applications revolves around the classes you’ve taken and how well you’ve done. When admission counselors review your application, they direct their attention to your academic record. While a high GPA is advantageous, … Continued
The New Year is a great time for 9th & 10th graders to begin to dabble in a new hobby or extracurricular activity, allowing a chance to develop interests more fully as you enter 11th grade. Ask at your high … Continued