Academic and College Planning
What are Summer Schools and Why Should I Go?
What are summer schools? Summer schools may sound like a drag, but compared to the regular school year, it can be quite fun! In summer school, you study only one subject at a time, so your experience is hyper-focused and your time investment to get to mastery is shorter. You can choose from a wide…
Read MoreCareer Exploration for High School Students: There’s a Tool for That!
Do you remember what career you wanted when you were a little kid? Chances are your top choices were fire fighter, musician, dancer, or an astronaut. While those days may feel like a few lifetimes ago, you probably still dream about what you might become. Rocket builder, video game designer, or a personal chef are…
Read MoreDos & Don’ts of Your College Recommendation Letter
Most colleges require anywhere three to only one college recommendation letter. It’s important to know who and when to ask, and how to follow up to ensure these letters are completed on time. In this article, we’ll explain what do to (and what NOT to do) in 4 easy steps. 1. Who To Ask When…
Read More4 Tips to Reading Your Financial Aid Award Letter
The very first step in receiving a financial award letter is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Once that is complete, submit your applications to the colleges of your choice, and then expect your financial aid award letter to show up between January and April. As these statistics show, it’s worth…
Read MoreHow to Write Your College Admissions Resume
A resume is a tool used by job seekers to describe their experience and accomplishments. Here are a few statistics about 2023 resumes: With all the rules and qualifications, why would a high schooler need a resume? Because colleges want a summary of your accomplishments, extracurriculars, work history, and hobbies. They want to know at…
Read MoreHow to Find a Great College Without a 4.0 in High School
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a college. But with careful thought and a bit of research, you’ll probably have quite a few options available to you. In fact, 60% of traditional public school graduates end up attending their first college of choice. (Statista) And yes, you can still attend college without a 4.0…
Read MoreWhy Is Community Service In High School So Important?
Admissions offices rate community service in high school as highly important! They’re able to determine what type of person you are by how you spend your time and how you engage with your community. Which all helps shape their school culture! In fact, 53% of admissions officers reveal that when deciding between two equally qualified…
Read More5 Proven Ways to Prepare for Your SAT and ACT Exams
Part of your Highschool experience is taking tests, and there are few bigger or more important than the SAT and ACT exams. Below, we’ll answer 2 key questions about these tests, and share 5 proven ways to prepare for your SAT and ACT and score higher on them. What’s the difference between the SAT and…
Read MoreFAFSA For the Win (and how to finance college)
If you’ve been thinking about college for any length of time, you’ve heard of the FAFSA, but what is it and what is all about? FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid and allows you to apply for federal scholarships, grants, work studies, and loans. Once you complete it, you’ll gain access to…
Read More5 Steps to Creating Your Best College List
When you’re in high school planning what college to attend, all your preparation hinges on the colleges on your list. The better you hone your list to match your needs and wants, the better prepared you’ll be academically, emotionally, and financially. But how do you decide which colleges should be on your list? In this…
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