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How to Maximize Student-Athlete Recruiting Success

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…

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Casting a Wide Net: Recruitment Tips for Prospective Student-Athletes

When college advisors have initial conversations with prospective college student-athletes, one of the most common refrains goes something like this: “I want to play for an NCAA team, but only if it’s for a top-ranked program or at a prestigious school.” On the surface, this approach sounds perfectly fine. After all, you may ask, what’s…

Six Considerations When Applying to a College as a Visual Art, Design, Dance, Music, or Performing Arts Major

Six Considerations When Applying to a College as a Visual Art, Design, Dance, Music, or Performing Arts Major

When it comes to applying to college as a prospective visual, music, dance, or performing arts major, students must approach admissions with an abundance of passion for their intended careers. In addition to an application, personal statement, and interview, admission requirements typically include auditions or portfolios. Six things for students to consider when applying to…

Game On: How to be Recruited as a Student-Athlete

How Does College Sports Recruitment Work? Being recruited to a college as a student-athlete is no easy feat. However, hopeful students interested in college sports recruitment can be proactive and take certain steps increase to their chances. Thousands of athletes are overlooked simply because coaches didn’t know they were out there. Whatever your sport, below…

Tips on College Admissions for Students with Learning Differences

Roughly 14% of public school students have a learning difference. Many of those students can—and do—thrive in college. But first, students with learning differences, like any student, need to navigate the college admissions process. Here are some tips on college admissions for students with learning differences. How to Find Colleges that Accommodate Learning Differences and…