Mid-December. The home stretch of college admissions season. Regular Decision deadlines are rapidly approaching, and we know that high school seniors may be feeling some extra pressure and anxiety about the process. Here are some Common Application tips to help get you over the finish line and submit your remaining applications. 1. Make sure you…
If a student applied Early Decision or Early Action to any schools, they will be hearing back over the next few months. But what happens if a student who applied to college receives notification of an Early Action/ Early Decision deferral or denial? If your application was ACCEPTED: Enjoy the good news. Take some well-deserved…
The college admissions process – without a doubt – is stressful for all who are involved, both parents and students. And just because you’re close to the end of the journey, this doesn’t make this experience any bit less tense and anxious. Here’s some college admissions tips for parents and a look at how…
When it comes to college admissions, a student’s grades and course rigor are the most important factors of consideration. But, without a doubt, a student’s extracurricular activities, including faith-based activities, can make a big difference in an application. Not only are extracurriculars great for students as they develop and discover their interests, but they also…
Every October, students across the country take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, or PSAT/NMSQT. Almost all high school students take the PSAT during their junior year. Some students take the PSAT as sophomores (and even as freshmen) to get a feel for the test. Still, you may be wondering why this test is…