Admissions

For many students and parents, checking a college’s financial health may seem unnecessary. After all, plenty of institutions have been around for a  long time and are integral parts of their communities. It’s easy to assume there aren’t any questions of solvency, so most don’t both to check.However, the age of a college or its…

Is it too late to apply to college? That’s a question that plagues many students’ minds. As spring gets ready to switch into summer, many students automatically assume it’s too late. Luckily, that isn’t always the case. Late college application deadlines do exist. Plus, some schools accept applicants any time, bypassing deadlines almost entirely.If you…

Standing out during the college application process is essential, particularly if your student is hoping to land a seat at a competitive school or win institutional scholarships. Having extracurricular activities on their college application can make a big difference, especially if they select options that will catch the eye of discerning admissions departments. If your…

Technically, test-optional admissions is nothing new. Some schools have long been test-optional, while others transitioned to it within the past few years.However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the concept has gained some prevalence among leading institutions. Many colleges and universities had to alter their traditional admissions requirements when the coronavirus forced the closure of facilities,…

When it comes time for a student to choose a college, they often wonder, “What are the top colleges in the world?” Sometimes, this is pure curiosity. After all, they have schools on the brain, so it’s reasonable to contemplate which ones represent the cream of the crop.However, some students want to figure out what…

If your student is filling out the Common Application for college, they are going to encounter the Common App essay section. Here, students are presented with a group of prompts, giving them direction as they write.By choosing the right Common App essay prompt, your student can rock their college application. To help them along the…

Writing a college personal statement isn’t easy for students. Many students struggle with what amounts to some light boasting. Plus, it isn’t uncommon for them to have trouble writing about themselves.However, being able to write an enticing personal statement is often necessary. College and scholarship applications may require one, so it’s an unavoidable part of…

Many students dream of going to college in New York. For some, it’s the idea of heading to school in a big city. For others, New York’s key industries, association with the arts, and 24/7 lifestyle is what they find appealing. But going to school in New York can be expensive. Without proper planning, it…

Getting rejected by a college can come as a surprise. Since many students aren’t fully prepared for the news, figuring out how to deal with college rejection isn’t always simple. Let’s face facts; getting told “no” by a college isn’t an easy thing to hear. Often, it stings badly and can leave your student doubting…

Most high school students know that their scores on standardized tests can impact their ability to get into their preferred college. However, since there are so many options – including the ACT, SAT, and PSAT – it can be hard to figure out which ones they need to take. This is especially true since all…