How to Overcome College Rejection
It’s important to arm yourself with stats to overcome college rejection. Additionally, some realistic inspiration will help you on your way.
Should I Apply Early Action?
Submit your application early, and you’ll get the result early, too. So, should you apply early action?
Are You an Introvert or Extrovert in the Classroom?
Participation points can be nearly impossible to quantify. Teachers each have their own metrics, and you don’t typically receive a rubric for how to demonstrate your engagement best over time. While each class will differ, knowing more about yourself as a student will help you succeed regardless. Introverts and extroverts both have unique qualities to bring to their learning environments—”you just have to play to your strengths!Â
Boost Your Test Scores with 3 Easy Fixes
If you’re down to the wire and looking for some quick and dirty tips for how to boost your test scores quickly, here are three easy fixes to improve your results.
Essay Scoop: How to Answer University of Washington Essays
The University of Washington application evaluates student candidates holistically, emphasizing more than grades and scores. That means that the essays you submit are absolutely critical! Your writing needs to effectively tell your story to reviewers and convince them that you should be at their school.
Let’s take a look at the prompts you’re working with to make sure your essays hit the right note.
10 Most Common College Essay Editing Mistakes
We know – the editing process proves difficult for lots of people. Let’s get started with some common college essay editing mistakes.
How to Handle College Apps Crunch Time
It’s college apps crunch time! Deadlines that could determine the rest of your life are right around the corner.
Planning an Educational Summer for Your Child
I’m bored. Yeah, it’s 6 weeks into summer. We’re all bored…unless we plan a stimulating and growth-mindset-building set of challenges and deep dive into something new.Â
Your Comprehensive College Visit Checklist
University tours try to razzle-dazzle you with alumni facts, trivia, fun facts about parts of the campus that have appeared in movies, etc. Prepare a list so you can stay present and get swept up in the excitement, but gather the info you set out to collect along the way.
