How COVID-19 May Affect Your College Admissions Plan

How COVID-19 May Affect Your College Admissions Plan

While there are many unknowns in education at this time, it’s crucial for LogicPrep students to continue working toward their educational goals. We aim to keep all LogicPrep families up-to-date on the changes surrounding college admissions and we’re continually answering questions and providing updates on the college landscape here. Most recent updates can be found at the very top of the page.

How to Make Your Application Stand Out When Applying to Specialty Programs

How to Make Your Application Stand Out When Applying to Specialty Programs

How can students best prepare themselves to select the appropriate program and distinguish themselves in the college application process? Sharon, a Former Admissions Officer at Duke & Georgetown, shares insight and advice about how to stand out when applying to specialty programs such as engineering, business, medicine, international relations, etc.

Do Not Write Your College Essay About This

Do Not Write Your College Essay About This

Our College Advisor Cari has read close to 5,000 applications as an admission professional, and hundreds prior as a college counselor, so we asked her to weigh in on what students should not write their college essays about. Don’t let your essays bore your reader and get skimmed rather than read by following this advice!

3 Tips for Narrowing Down Your College List (During a Pandemic)

3 Tips for Narrowing Down Your College List (During a Pandemic)

The thought of preparing college applications might feel especially daunting right now. How will you know where to apply without having the opportunity to visit each school’s campus? How will you determine your “fit” without having a chance to ask all of your questions in person? While a lot may feel uncertain, Grace (a Former Stanford Admissions Officer) is sharing some foolproof tips to help you slim down your final college list.

Congratulations to the LogicPrep Class of 2020!

Congratulations to the LogicPrep Class of 2020!

In a year that was far from conventional, the Class of 2020 was faced with some very real challenges. From closed college campuses to canceled college tours, proms, and graduation ceremonies, we are SO PROUD and excited for the class of 2020 for sticking with it and making tough choices! So here’s to the resilient and incredible LogicPrep Class of 2020!

College Tours in the Time of COVID-19

College Tours in the Time of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic presents a unique dilemma for students looking to craft their college list and find the best fit school for them. We’ve compiled a list of ways to learn more about campus culture and get a sense of the community amid travel restrictions and school closures!

LogicPrep's 2020 Summer Reading List

LogicPrep's 2020 Summer Reading List

Summer may look a bit different for you this year, but that doesn’t mean reading should be halted. In fact, reading is one of the best ways to improve your test scores and discover new avenues for academic exploration. So while you’re stuck at home or socially distancing, pick up one of our summer reading recommendations— compiled by members of the LogicPrep team!

How Your Test Prep Strategy Might Differ During the COVID-19 Pandemic

How Your Test Prep Strategy Might Differ During the COVID-19 Pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic, everything (from test dates to test format) is so uncertain, and it might pay to be prepared to take either test, depending on where you are in the process. Read more to learn if you should consider preparing for the ACT & SAT either simultaneously or making the switch to the other test you haven’t previously been studying for.

Educational Resources During Self-Isolation

Educational Resources During Self-Isolation

With schools closed and many of us being asked to self-isolate, families are scrambling to find educational and creative resources to keep adolescents engaged— and to maintain sanity for the entire family. We asked the entire LogicPrep team (plus some of our LogicPrep families) to tell us what they’re doing during self-isolation and compiled a list for you here.

Online Learning with LogicPrep

Online Learning with LogicPrep

Our team members have been meeting with students and their families online for over a decade. In fact, half of our lessons any given week are online! To some extent, best practices for delivering online lessons are the same as best practices for delivering in-person one-on-one lessons. Read why online learning with LogicPrep is just as smooth as sitting in the same room with your tutor.