Author: Aimee Heller

Everything Families Need to Know About The University of Texas at Austin Admissions

Everything Families Need to Know About The University of Texas at Austin Admissions

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…

2024-25 Common App Essay Tips, the Prompts, and How to Answer Them

2024-25 Common App Essay Tips, the Prompts, and How to Answer Them

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,…

The Evolving Landscape of College Admissions: The SAT and ACT Tests in Flux

The Evolving Landscape of College Admissions: The SAT and ACT Tests in Flux

In recent years, the landscape of college admissions has been undergoing significant changes, with perhaps none more prominent than the shifting roles of the SAT and ACT. These standardized tests, long considered crucial components of the college application process, are now facing scrutiny and reevaluation from institutions, students, and policymakers alike. Historically, the SAT and…

College Planning for High School Freshmen and Sophomores

College Planning for High School Freshmen and Sophomores

Embarking on the journey toward college as a freshman or sophomore might seem like looking into the distant future. However, laying the groundwork early with college planning for high school freshman and sophomores can set the stage for a smoother, more fulfilling experience. Whether a student dreams of an Ivy League campus, a state university,…

Tips for Choosing High School Courses

Tips for Choosing High School Courses

Choosing the right high school courses means making important decisions that can impact your student’s future academic opportunities. Colleges look closely at the classes a student selects each year. Their schedule demonstrates their initiative and drive as much as their academic aptitude. Whether a student is entering high school as a freshman or planning their…