As college advisors, some of the most frequent questions we get asked include: “Do colleges prefer the SAT or the ACT?” “Which test is easier?” and “Should my child take the SAT or the ACT?” First off, colleges do NOT prefer one test over the other. All colleges accept both tests. The other questions are…
U.S. News & World Report released its 2018 College Rankings. The Best Colleges 2018 edition offers rankings and data on nearly 1,800 colleges and universities across the U.S. According to the report, the Best National University is Princeton (NJ), followed by Harvard (MA), University of Chicago (IL) which tied with Yale University (CT), and Columbia…
Starting early on your college plan will ensure that you’re on the right track before it’s time to apply. The earlier you start, the better you can maximize your chances of getting into your target schools. Summer is a great time to work on your strategy with a college advisor. Once school starts in the…
Parents, you are in for a surprise if you think college admissions is anything like you experienced it. The whole process has changed. Colleges are more selective and students are more competitive. Unsurprisingly, the Internet has led to big changes in the approach. To fill you in, these are the issues we find ourselves addressing…
Midyear Reports can make a difference in the college admissions process. Seniors: This week make a request to your guidance counselor to send out your Midyear Report. Also, students who have new information should write a letter. Which students should send colleges a Midyear Report or letter Students who have applied to schools that require…