Believe it or not, now is a good time to think about SUMMER plans, especially if you are interested a summer enrichment or research program with an early deadline (as in December or January!). We have always advocated taking advantage of the summer months to pursue interests, earn money, develop independence and responsibility, build skills, and […]
There are many ways to assess whether a college or university may be a good fit for you, but we believe, when possible, the best way for students to get a sense of academic and social fit is to visit the campus when students are present if you are able to do so. Campus tours […]
With more the 2,500 four-year colleges in the United States, it can be (understandably) overwhelming for students to narrow down that list to just 10-12 colleges to which they will apply. Not only that, but a college list should contain options across a range of admissibility (Likely, Target, Reach) to ensure a student has options […]
Throughout high school, students have been taught the importance of writing clear and logical essays for many of their academic courses. Students learn the value of revealing their thesis early in the essay and then logically and with evidence, proving their thesis throughout the body paragraphs and then restating their thesis in the conclusion, perhaps […]
Whatever your high school curriculum, reading beyond school assignments is extremely important, especially material that is related to a subject or subjects you are studying (or that simply interests you!). Reading will deepen your understanding and knowledge, enable you to contribute more to classroom discussions, and will be very helpful in an interview if an […]
One of the keys to navigating high school successfully and positioning yourself for yourcollege applications is a well thought-out plan. The following is a brief overview of thehigh school years and points to keep in mind as you move towards graduation andcollege. Freshman Year Freshman year is a great time to develop a “road map” […]