Most Common College Application Mistakes
The application essay is one of the most vital parts of the application process. This is how equally qualified applicants, with their GPA requirements and SAT scores, are further screened. This is how many admissions officers decide whether or not you make a perfect fit for the school. So if you want to give your [...]
Filed under application tips, August 22nd, 2010What Applicants Ought to Find out in College Tours
Going to college, you shouldn’t just base your decision on what you see online or the perceived reputation of the school. You have to see what the school has to offer first-hand since this is your future you’re talking about. Your choice of school or college will have a bearing on your future success, that’s [...]
Filed under application tips, August 14th, 2010Students Guide to College Interviews
The thought of having to sit down face-to-face with an admissions panel or admissions officer may seem daunting. Thinking about the situation can make your palms all sweaty and cold with fearful anticipation. Despite the nervousness every applicant might feel, there’s no excuse not to perform well during interviews for college admissions, since this is [...]
Filed under application tips, August 6th, 2010What is next After a College Rejection Letter
Getting a rejection letter from a college you’ve applied to is not the end of the world. However, many high school students see this as a sign that they’re not good enough. Many feel that because they got rejected, they’re not good enough to make something of themselves. This is of course a common misconception. [...]
Filed under college application, July 5th, 2010