If you’re reading this, you’re probably looking for a quick-fix, so let’s cut to the chase…
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Despite its name, the ACT Science Test is not really a test of your knowledge of science. You won’t be asked to explain the second law of thermodynamics, or quantum entanglement, or who Galileo was.
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When it comes to standardized tests, the truth is often riddled with inaccuracies. To avoid confusion, let’s separate fact from fiction and dispel some common myths about the ACT and SAT.
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Although the SAT essay is optional, there is a general consensus that most “optional” parts of college applications are actually “required” if a student wants to maximize his or her chances of acceptance. But do colleges really care about the essay?
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Anyway you cut it, procrastination is a killer. It hampers our ability to achieve our goals, heaps stress onto our Future Self, and it usually doesn’t provide the instant gratification to our Present Self that it seems to guarantee. So, how do you battle this beast if it’s part of your neurological wiring?
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Meeting with a college representative, who’s often an alumni, is a great way for you to demonstrate interest in a school, gather more information, and nudge your admissions chances in the right direction. To ensure you showcase your best, true self, here are the top 10 college interview questions and how to prepare for each…
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When it comes to developing a college list, there are seemingly endless factors to consider. Academics, location and cost are often some of the first considerations a student will think about when choosing where to apply. However, one factor that is often overlooked is size.
Read MoreWith all the pressure from family and peers swirling around, it’s common to stress about SAT scores and getting into college. Plus, admissions is getting more and more competitive each year, so you may be wondering, can you get into a good school these days with less than a 1500 on the SAT?
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One semester in, the Elite Refugee Education Project in Bogor, Indonesia has proven to be an unmitigated success, with students achieving incredibly high marks in an accredited, rigorous, and accelerated curriculum.
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As with any academic exercise, the name of the SAT Essay game is preparation. To prepare for the essay, practice developing a plan of attack that you can replicate no matter the passage.
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