College Counselor Recommendation Letters
The college counselor recommendation is one of the most important and overlooked portions of the college admissions process. “Virtually every classmate that I have spoken to at Stanford had a good relationship with his/her counselor, and some maintain friendships,” one advisor said. This year, the Common Application has added two options for school counselors to decline sending an evaluation for students:
Elite High Schools and Competitive College Admissions
Here are some helpful hints to remember when applying to college from elite high schools, as well as more tips about how to set yourself apart.
The B-Student’s Guide to College Acceptance
What if you’re not the top-scorer in your class? Worried you won’t stand a chance of being accepted to a quality school, because your peers seem to always out-score you?Â
When Are College Applications Due? College App Deadlines!
It’s fall semester and all of a sudden, everyone around you is talking about college application deadlines… and you hear a lot of conflicting answers. It’s totally okay to be confused! Don’t let that confusion stop you from asking questions.Â
10 Things I Wish I Knew About College Experience, From a Real Student
When picking a college, students often choose on the criteria of either academic programs and prestige, or a loosely based feeling of “fit.” However, there are so many characteristics of a college that are important to consider, especially if you want to have a good college experience outside of the classroom. The campus culture, location, opportunities, and extracurricular options will affect you everyday life, your happiness, and, in some cases, your future career.
Interview with Former College Admission Officer at UChicago, Stanford
Hear from a former college admission officer at UChicago and Stanford and learn what they look for in applicants.
College Scholarships Hiding in Plain Sight
There are a few options for college scholarships when paying for a college education. Are you ready to explore something new?
6 Ways to Start Your College List
Which factors are most important to consider when making your college list of schools? Let’s explore the basics to get you started.
Top 20 Universities in the United States
We researched the Top 20 universities in the United States and the key differences between public and private schools.
