Heading into your senior year and gearing up to apply for college can be stressful. We’ve got some advice about what to keep track of so you’re prepared to submit stellar applications.
Is Early Decision Right for You?
Applying Early Decision to your top-choice school can seem like an appealing option. But before you go ahead and apply ED, ask yourself these six questions.
Four Ways to Apply to College Early
Many colleges offer options for early admission and action, and applying early can come with major benefits.
What Colleges Care About in a Pandemic
After an unusual pandemic year, find out what colleges care about most.
When and How to Contact Admissions Officers
Read our advice on when and how to contact admissions officers.
Thoughts on Taking a Gap Year
Learn about the pros and cons of taking a gap year and how it can affect college admissions.
Things To Do On College Visits Other Than A Tour Or Information Session
Pretty much every college you visit is going to offer a tour and information session. Tours and information sessions offer a lot of helpful information, but after a while, they can start to sound kind of similar. Sometimes, in order to get a more distinct understanding of each school, you need to step outside the […]
Peace Corps
You might know someone who’s spent a year or two in Africa, South America, or Central Asia as a Peace Corps volunteer. Peace Corps volunteers are sent all over the world to assist communities with Education issues, Youth and Community Development, Agriculture, Public Health, and other areas of need. Peace Corps volunteers not only have […]