Have you tried something new this year, like a sport or club that wasn't offered in middle school? If not, I challenge you to find something that you're curious about. Not only is exploring a new opportunity a way to grow personally and meet people,...
Admissions staff are hard at work reviewing files in committee meetings and in many cases your mid-year report will be the last piece of information added to your file before a decision is made. Check your application status on the Common App and each school's...
As always, your first priority on your college to-do list is doing well in your classes. However, juniors are getting busier with test prep and college visits on top of coursework and extracurricular activities. Be sure to make time for things like sleep, exercise and time...
For all of you student athletes, do you plan to play your sport in college? At what level? Students interested in playing varsity sports should become familiar with the NCAA's eligibility and recruiting rules, and sophomores can register now with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Talk to your...
The next school year may seem far away but you'll be choosing your 10th grade classes soon. You probably know that colleges are looking for good grades but they are also interested in students taking a rigorous curriculum. My rule of thumb is to take...
Congratulations to those of you who have received good news on Early Decision applications. Since these are binding agreements, you have a relatively short to do list: Let your recommenders know you’ve been admitted and thank them! Withdraw all other applications you have submitted. Update...
Many people use the new year as an opportunity to take stock and set goals. As you’re doing this, start making your record of accomplishment a bit more formalized. You can start an account in the Common Application and the Coalition Application anytime and start...
Did you make resolutions or set goals for 2019? One technique is to imagine yourself at the end of the year and what you'd like to be able to say you've done. Then come up with a plan to make those things happen. You can...
We’re barely into the new year, but believe it or not it's time to start thinking about the summer. If you're planning to get a job or internship this year, start networking now. How do you do that? Think about people you know who do...
You’re probably in the homestretch on your applications, and might be looking forward to a lighter workload in the spring semester. You’ve earned that, but don’t let everything drop. Your midyear report will go to colleges soon and a final report will be sent as...