In the frenzied world of college applications, students are best served by making many flexible plans and backup plans. And then making backup plans for their backup plans. Early Decision applications, a binding agreement where accepted students are obligated to…
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then how much is a video worth? The two-minute admissions video for Brown University’s application has the potential to elevate an applicant. Although it’s listed as an optional submission, those who want…
As the college admissions season is in full swing, with many Early Action and Early Decision applications due in mid-October and early November, students should have already started working on creating a polished application. With forum sites like Reddit and…
Applying to college is both stressful and competitive, which is why it’s helpful to avoid common pitfalls that could weaken your application. Every detail counts, from showcasing your extracurricular activities to managing test scores and recommendations. To showcase yourself in…
College admission deadlines are creeping closer, and high school seniors are faced with many big decisions, including what colleges they should apply to and when they should apply. When submitting applications, students often feel the pressure to stand out and…
Is it possible to negotiate more financial aid? originally appeared on Quora, the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Colleges have continued to raise their prices year after year.…
As May 1, the national college admission deadline for seniors to submit their enrollment deposit approaches, high school students are likely weighing their options and deciding what their next educational steps should be. This year was a record year for…
As college admissions results continue to be sent out, students might find themselves in an uncertain predicament: the waitlist. Waitlists have become increasingly popular, with schools like Florida Atlantic University implementing a waitlist for the first time. Being put on…
Applying early to colleges has always been a strategic move for students aiming to bolster their chances of acceptance. With schools like Duke University accepting just 12.5% of its Early Decision applicants, applying early is by no means a “sure thing.” Nonetheless,…
As college application season starts to wind down and spring approaches, most high school seniors have likely finished applying to colleges. Many regular decision deadlines for colleges ended in January, with decisions to be released in early April. However, there…
