Written by Traecy Hobson. It’s January, and if you are a college senior the looming last semester can bring much uncertainty and anxiety. No doubt, many well-meaning family members and friends have been inquiring about your post graduation plans.
Written by Traecy Hobson. If you are a high school senior, chances are you will be asked to write at least one “why us” college essay. It’s the open-ended question that sounds something like this, “tell us why our university
While most people are enjoying the lazy days of summer, those working in college admissions are gearing up for another busy application season. Beginning August 1st, high school seniors can log onto the 2015-2016 Common Application (CA) and start completing
Applying early decision is the ultimate declaration of love and demonstrated interest in college admissions. Deciding whether to apply to a college early decision (ED) is on the minds of many high school seniors as they begin to finalize their
It’s July! If you are a rising high school senior, summer is the perfect time to jumpstart college essays. Remember, the fall gets busy with sports, marching band and play practice; don’t forget about the last round of SATs and/or
If you are a rising high school junior, now is a good time to start your college search. But how do you begin? Virtual tours on college websites, www.youniversitytv.com and www.unigo.com do a good job of showcasing campuses. However, nothing
High school students are under enormous pressure both academically and emotionally. Many students are experiencing burnout and aren’t ready to begin college just a few months after high school graduation. Taking a gap year between high school and college is
Supplying references is an essential part of a job application, joining a new club and renting an apartment. A good reference attests to your character and/or your performance in the workplace and community. A college recommendation essentially has the same
What is an activities resume? And, what should students include in it? These questions were addressed last week at the IECA Conference in Baltimore to a panel of three experts: a guidance counselor, an independent college counselor and an admissions
A 650-word essay is less than two-pages. It may not sound problematic or overwhelming. But if you’re a high school junior, just the words “college essay” may cause clammy hands and beads of sweat on your brow, not to mention