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How Do You Really Know a College Is the Right One for YOU?
With the internet putting so much information at our fingertips, facts and statistics about colleges are easily obtained these days. Moreover, there are many great college guidebooks that can tell you everything you want to know about a school. Except one thing—is the college right for you?
Advice to Parents: How Not to Be Involved in Your Child’s College Application Process
In my last blog post, “Advice for Parents: How to Be Involved in Your Child’s College Application Process,” I have discussed what parents can do to be involved in this important process the best way. In this post, I will talk about what not to do and why.
Advice to Parents: How to Be Involved in Your Child’s College Application Process
For families, the process of children applying to college is not always easy. Naturally, parents want to be involved because there is a lot at stake. But children may not always perceive a parent or guardian’s involvement in a positive light. As a result, conversations at home about college can cause good relationships to become…
Undecided Is Normal!
In the United States, there is a tendency among some high school students to think that they must focus on committing to a major before they apply to a college. For most undergraduates, forcing the choice of a major that is connected to a chosen career path, before they even have a chance to actually…
College Application Essay: The Biggest Mistake You Can Make and How to Avoid It
The importance of writing an authentic college application essay CANNOT be underestimated! The biggest mistake students make in this instance is submitting an essay that is not or does not sound like it was written by a high school senior.
Building a College List: 4 Common Mistakes
Choosing a college is a highly individualized process. It is also a decision that deserves time, investigation, and thoughtful consideration.
Extracurricular Activities: The Different Roles They Play for First-Year vs. Transfer College Applicants
Most high schools provide a plethora of extracurricular activities for their students. Exposure to a wide range of such special interests—sports, drama, dance, painting, singing, scouts, volunteer work, debating, etc.—brings many benefits. It can help you develop new skills, discover talents, and even assess possible careers for your future. As you are probably aware, these…
Horizontal Transfer – Should You Switch to Another Four-Year School?
College is often the first time that students are living away from home, and it can be surprisingly hard for many. Consequently, some decide very early in their college career to transfer to another four-year school. This type of transfer is usually referred to as a “horizontal” transfer because the student is moving laterally, from one four-year college to another.
Community College Before a Four-Year College – Pros and Cons
Many college students start out their careers attending a community college with the intent of transferring to a four-year school later. College counselors often refer to this type of transfer as a “vertical” transfer because the student is moving up, from a two-year college to a four-year university. Have you considered this plan as well? Is it the right choice for you?
College Admission Denials: Myths & Truths
The end of the year is usually when colleges begin sending out admission decisions for early action and early decision applications. It is easy to imagine why this may be a time of uncertainty for applicants. A time of increasing stress, with dozens of questions and “what ifs” floating about and emotions swinging between eager…