High School College Counseling
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.
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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.
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How Colleges Use Waitlists
Personal Statement for Mere Mortals
Many colleges and universities require an essay as part of the admissions process.
While high school students are no strangers to writing essays, the vast majority have not been taught to write the type of unique essay colleges want to see—a personal statement.
Thus, you may find yourself faced with… Read more Read More