How Personal is Personal in a College Admission Essay?

Surely we’ve all been told that the more unique our story is, the better chances we have of standing out during the application process. Does this mean you need to talk about the time you were embarrassed when you had a costume mishap during your fifth grade Christmas play?
3 Tips to Rock the College Campus Visit

Here are three important tips to think about as you prepare for your next college campus visits, to Harvard and beyond.
Does it Matter If I Apply with the Common App or the Coalition App?

In the college application arena, some students will have to choose between the Common App and the Coalition App.
Staying on Schedule for College Applications

All dreaded tasks are put off until the last possible second. Let’s stay on schedule for college applications to avoid all that unnecessary stress!
What Does “Treat Big Exams Like A Class” Mean?

It’s a great question. Let’s break down the strategy behind “treat big exams like a class” recommendations.
Using Video To Supplement Your College Application

Let’s dig into the strategy behind using a video supplement in your college application.
How Do Colleges Assess High School GPA Scores?

For all schools, we can confidently say the student’s high school GPA plays a big part in their evaluation. How a university assesses this data can change from school to school however!