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Early Decision and Merit Aid Guarantees
If you are looking to maximize institutional funding while securing an early admissions slot, here are the colleges leading the charge with guaranteed minimum merit aid for Early Decision applicants.
What to Do after Early College Applications are Submitted
You have submitted your early round college applications. After that huge rush of activity, you may be wondering what to do next. This blog covers your checklist of things to remember, and common mistakes to avoid. From monitoring your inbox to ensuring letters of recommendation are submitted with your application, this post covers the ins and outs of how to get your full application submitted in its entirety and on time. Follow this application submission checklist to ensure you don’t miss a step.
The National PSAT Test Date Is Coming up: Here’s Everything You Need to Know
What’s a good PSAT Score? Can my junior scores on the October PSAT help me get merit aid? Is the scoring scale the same between the PSAT and SAT exams? How does the PSAT help me become a National Merit Scholar (NMS) Finalist or Semi-Finalist?
Advice for Freshmen and Sophomores
What you do as freshmen & sophomores will influence these 5 parts of the college application… 1) High school courses (choice, level of difficulty, and grades), 2) Test prep (SAT, ACT, and AP/IB), 3) Activities in and out of school, including work and service, 4) Relationships with teachers and mentors, 5) College research
How to write the personal essay
Writing the college essay is one of the most daunting tasks high school students face in applying to college. It is so important, and it feels like an impossible task: write an essay that will show how amazing you are without saying, that’s right, how amazing you are.
Asking Colleges for More Money
Received a college financial aid or merit award that still leaves the school out of financial reach? You may have options. Learn how to appeal a financial aid package, negotiate for more merit aid, use competing college offers strategically, and determine what to ask for—while approaching the conversation with colleges thoughtfully and honestly.