These are the application mistakes nightmares are made of. Fortunately, they are all avoidable. 1. Waiting until the deadline: Unseen spirits wreak havoc, computers and websites go down. Many students who wait for the last minute to submit their applications find that all their hard work is not received on time. Colleges and universities expect students to…
National college fairs span the U.S. from coast to coast and visit every major metropolitan area across the country. Some countries outside the U.S. also have International Education Fairs. There won’t be any Ferris wheels at these fairs, but there will be many college representatives sitting at tables and handing out brochures and cards. …
Early Policies can maximize a student’s chances of getting into a school — but you need to understand the details. Early Decision. Early Action. Single-Choice Early Action. Regular Decision. The names sound similar, but there are huge differences. Some early application policies are binding. This means a student who gets accepted early…
If success in the college admissions process is important, then your student needs to choose the right classes. The high school transcript is almost always the most important document in a student’s application. Keep in mind, though, rarely would there ever be one particular class on a transcript that would determine the applicant’s outcome. While…
The holiday season is in full swing, and with it, the quest for the perfect gift. Rather than spend time in a crowded shopping mall or scouring the options from countless online retailers, give a gift that will make a real difference in the life of someone you love. A college advisor can give students…