Should you fill out the additional information section on the Common App?
How Colleges Evaluate Transcripts
Learn how colleges evaluate your high school transcript — from GPA to course load and grade trends.
Do I Need to Know My Major?
College applications often ask students to choose a major or academic area of interest. Even if you’re undecided, there are ways to convey your academic motivation to colleges.
For Parents: Balancing Application Season
With some careful planning and support, your family can balance college application season with the rest of life.
How to Set SMART Goals
As you dive into the college application process, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. One of the best ways to approach the process is to set clear goals for yourself, and one of the best methods for doing this is to set SMART goals.
Tips for Getting to Know Your College Counselor
How to get to know your college counselor.
For Parents: Supporting Your Student in Writing Application Essays
Best practices for supporting your student as they write their college application essays.
Common Supplemental Essay Topics
The most common supplemental essay prompts and our advice on how to address them.
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