ChatGPT has taken the world by storm. It’s clear that the AI writing technology is going to disrupt industries and change the way many people do day-to-day tasks, but should it change the way...
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Common App vs. Coalition App: Understanding the Difference
It may be hard to imagine now, but before the ubiquity of the computer, applying to college was a much more time-consuming and tedious chore where applicants and counselors had to write/type answers...
How to Ask for Letters of Recommendation
A strong letter of recommendation can do a lot to help your application for admission or a scholarship stand out from the crowd. A great letter couched in lots of details that bring you to life for...
ACT and SAT Updates: What to Know Now
For years, the terms ACT and SAT have been synonymous with college entry preparation. Potential undergraduates knew that at least one of these standardized tests would be part of their application...
Will My Social Media Posts Keep Me Out of College?
Good grades, a stunning resume filled with extracurricular activities, and a stack of letters of recommendation may not be enough to overcome the challenge of a past social media misstep. These...
What Student Athletes Need to Know about Athletic Scholarships
The myth of the college athlete gives the impression that tons of sporty students are coasting their way through school on the merits of their abilities on the field or the court. We’ve seen plenty...
What to Know about Test-Optional Schools
For a long time, taking the SAT or ACT was just a standard step in applying for colleges, and many students began prepping for them years in advance. After all, these tests could determine...
College List Building
There are approximately 5,300 college and universities in the United States. When looking at the rest of the globe, that number increases fourfold. No wonder so many high school students feel...
Big SAT News
The College Board made a big announcement this week. They will be eliminating their Subject tests and optional Essay test. Even though we prepare high school students for college admissions tests,...
ACT 2020
The ACT will implement significant changes starting in Fall 2020 and current high school students should take note. Starting with the September 2020 administration, students will have more...