What is a score report? How do I read it? How do I choose which scores to send to colleges? Should I cancel my score if I’m not happy with it? We asked Former Vassar Admissions Officer Eli to weigh in!
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 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
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)
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!
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
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
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
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.