For all the DCPS and charter school students who took the SAT this week, I hope it went well.  To those of you taking it tomorrow, be sure to get a good night’s sleep and review the test-day checklist in advance so you’ll be ready...

Many students who are taking the March SAT and April ACT are working hard on test prep.  There are so many options available now, including online videos and practice questions, interactive online courses and tutoring, in-person courses and tutoring, and of course old-school study guides. ...

As colleges start back up after winter break, this is a good time to plan your campus visits for the new semester; check out these tips for campus tours and these spring semester open house events. If you like college sports, you might be able to...

With your PSAT scores in hand, your next step is to take a practice ACT, compare scores, and develop a testing plan.  Many test prep companies offer free diagnostic tests as part of their marketing outreach, and you can also print a full practice test...

You'll be getting PSAT scores in a few weeks, so this is the perfect time to take a practice ACT, choose a test and develop a testing plan. It's also a great time to start doing campus visits.  DCPS students should consider scheduling a tour...

I hope you're off to a great start and have been working to lay the foundation for a successful year. This includes academics, which are central in college admissions, but it also includes the activities you're involved in and the college search itself.  Whether you've...

I hope you're having a fun, restful and meaningful summer.  As you savor these last few weeks of vacation, take note of what you've accomplished and add it to your resume or whatever method you've chosen to track your activities.  Think inclusively—these don't have to...