Standardized testing has long been a cornerstone of the college admissions process, with the SAT debuting in 1926 and the ACT following in 1959. Because these tests are standardized, they have provided college admissions readers with an additional tool to measure a student’s academic abilities and compare them to peers nationwide and globally. Now we’re looking…
The writer of this week’s blog, ErikMcLeod, a Director of College Advising at International College Counselors shares his expertise with University of Florida Admissions tips. Erik has 13 years of success helping hundreds of students gain admission to the Florida public universities. In addition to touring their campuses extensively and attending the State University System…
When college advisors have initial conversations with prospective college student-athletes for student-athlete recruiting, one of the most common refrains goes something like this: “I want to go NCAA, but I only want to play for a prestigious college or top-ranked team.” On the surface, this approach sounds perfectly fine. After all, you may ask, what’s…
Test scores are officially required again on the 40 acres! Last week, The University of Texas at Austin reinstated SAT and ACT requirements as part of the first-year admission process. UT is just one in a growing list of selective universities to require test scores again after most went test optional as a result of…
The Common Application essay prompts are confirmed for the Class of 2025. Get started on your Common App essay now with these Common App essay tips. Every student using the Common Application is required to complete the Personal Statement, also known as “the Common App essay,” which will be visible to most, if not all,…