With APs behind you and summer in clear sight, it’s a good time to rest, but also the time to embark on your exploration of colleges. Marjorie gives us some tips and reminds us that it’s not only about if the colleges want you, but also showing the colleges you want them.
Four Quotes for College (AKA What I Wish I Knew Freshman Year)
The Common App Essay Question That's Often Overlooked
With June approaching fast, it goes without saying that any high school Junior will soon start to think about — and worry about — the Common Application “college essay.” While it’s always important to think about how to get started on it, Jared emphasizes the importance of how your college essay ends.
The Do's and Don'ts of SAT Subject Tests
Most college's websites purport that SAT Subject Tests are not required, but rather "strongly recommended." And, while it's true that your application will be considered complete and evaluated regardless of whether you submit Subject Tests or not, these subject-specific evaluations are not as optional as many students think. Learn more about them!
Pro Tip: Organization is Key
Strong Performance on Standardized Tests Benefits Students Far Beyond the College Admission Process
A recent article in the Wall Street Journal discusses how strong performance on standardized tests correlates not only with college admission or first-year grades but with successful outcomes and major life accomplishments in future pursuits and industries. See what Marjorie thinks!
How to Dominate March Madness
Regular Decision Notification Dates 2018
The Results Are In: LogicPrep's 2017-2018 Early Acceptances
LogicPrep in CNBC: Colleges Aren't Looking for Well-Rounded Students
What are colleges actually looking for? College consultant and former Stanford admissions officer Grace spoke with CNBC reporter Abigail Hess about why colleges aren't looking for well-rounded students.