High School Seniors Archives

Community Service and College Admissions

Learn about the role community service plays in your college applications.

Writing Thank You Letters and Following Up

Writing thank you letters and following up in the admissions process.

Things to Do on College Visits (Other Than a Tour or Information Session)

Planning your college visit.

For Parents: Making the Most of College Campus Visits

Advice for parents on making the most of college campus visits.

Personal Statements and Statements of Purpose for Applications: What You Need to Know

Find out how to craft a personal statement or statement of purpose you’ll be proud to submit.

How to Write a Winning Cover Letter

Tips for crafting a cover letter that will help you land the internship or job you want.

Planning Your Summer Break

It’s only January, and summer vacation is months away, but now is actually a great time for you to think about what you want to do this summer.

Best Pre-College Summer Programs

As you’re imagining your summer, you might be considering applying to a pre-college summer program at a university or other institution. We discuss several pre-college summer programs that are currently still accepting applications for the summer of 2024.