Sleep: The #1 Study Habit all Students Should Master

Posted on Wednesday, June 21st, 2017 under Academics, High School, Living in the US, Student Life

Between class, work, friends and studying — not to mention extracurricular activities and athletic obligations — it can sometimes feel like there’s little time left for a college student to sleep. But fixing your sleep schedule should be at the top of your to-do list.

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Epic Ideas to Bring to Your New Summer Job

Posted on Wednesday, June 14th, 2017 under High School, Internships, Jobs, Summer, Uncategorized

With these new ideas, you’re sure to have a blast at your summer job, learn a lot and impress the people who may be willing to hire you again next summer.

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9 ACT Tips for Test Day

Posted on Monday, May 15th, 2017 under High School, Testing

After all this time, ACT test day is finally looming. Here are some tips to make sure it goes as smoothly as you hope.

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How to Prepare for a High School Exchange Program

Posted on Tuesday, May 2nd, 2017 under High School, International Students, Study Abroad

Whether you are leaving the US or coming to this country through a high school exchange program, you can benefit from learning about the process before you commit to it. After all, you are about to leave your home for up to a year – there is a lot to think about first!

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Easy & Effective Study Habits to Take to College

Posted on Monday, April 10th, 2017 under Blog, High School, Starting College, Testing

As your last day of high school approaches, you’re likely thinking a lot about the challenges that will come with college. Though you can look forward to many exciting changes, one thing that will remain the same is the need to have good study habits if you want to get good grades.

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5 Study Tips to Help You Prep for AP Tests

Posted on Tuesday, March 7th, 2017 under Applying to College, Blog, High School, Testing

If you’re taking one or more AP classes in high school, you might already be starting to get apprehensive about upcoming test dates in May. With an academic year’s worth of material to review and memorize, the idea of studying for AP tests can often be overwhelming! So how can you relieve your worries and get the grades you want?

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6 Summer Activities to Boost Your College Application

Posted on Monday, February 13th, 2017 under Applying to College, High School, Summer

US admissions officers want to see students engaging in productive and constructive activities over the summer months, instead of just lounging by the pool. In fact, your summer activities are a great way to make your application stand out.

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The Myth of the Well-Rounded College Applicant

Posted on Tuesday, October 11th, 2016 under Applying to College, Blog, High School

It seems like every college applicant tries to be the well-rounded student, since this is what they’ve been told colleges want. But it turns out that colleges don’t want well-rounded students; they want well-rounded classes of students.

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3 Ways to Let Colleges Know About Unofficial Extracurriculars

Posted on Friday, August 5th, 2016 under Applying to College, High School

Participating in extracurricular activities during high school is encouraged by many colleges. Letting colleges know about your extracurricular activities not only shows them that you’re a well-rounded student, but also tells them a little about your personality.

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How to Improve Your Chances of College Admission in the Next 6 Months

Posted on Friday, July 1st, 2016 under Applying to College, High School

As you start the summer before your senior year, your thoughts should be focused on applying to college. And while you’re certainty in the homestretch of high school, there’s still work to do if you want to get into the college of your choice!

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Why You Should Schedule Overnight College Visits

Posted on Saturday, June 18th, 2016 under Applying to College, Choosing a College, High School, Student Housing

Want to get a closer look at a college before you apply?

Staying at a college overnight is a great opportunity to live in the dorms, eat cafeteria food, and see what students do when they’re just hanging out. Overnight visits let you get closer to a campus and find out for yourself how you would fit in.

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The Importance of Official SAT & ACT Practice Materials

Posted on Friday, May 20th, 2016 under Applying to College, High School, Testing

The difference between official questions and non-official questions might not be that obvious to someone without much training. However, no matter who you are, you will benefit from using official material.

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The Simple Trick to Writing Amazing Admission Essays

Posted on Thursday, May 12th, 2016 under Applying to College, High School, Summer

One of the most important aspects of any college application is the personal statement. For many students, this is also the most challenging. But it doesn’t have to be! The trick is to just start writing and exploring every day.

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How to Explain Your International School Curriculum

Posted on Monday, May 9th, 2016 under Applying to College, High School, International Students, Translation

If you’re an international student applying to US colleges, you likely have a long list of things to do to prepare your application. Explaining the curriculum of your school should be one of those tasks.

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The Winning Combination to Unlocking a Productive Summer

Posted on Friday, April 29th, 2016 under Applying to College, High School, Internships, Jobs, Summer

One of the questions I’m most often asked is, “What should I do over the summer to impress colleges?”

Here’s the problem: All students are unique and have varying interests. What’s most impressive to college admissions committees is when they see someone with a summer experience that does BOTH of the following.

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