category: college admissions

if you have ever browsed through the website collegeconfidential.com, you have probably seen the phrase “weak ec’s”. to put that phrase into context for students have yet to see it, it means a student’s extracurriculars aren’t as strong as they could be or meet the standards for college admissions (in the eyes of the person…

transitioning from living in your parents’ house to a college dorm is not easy. but don’t worry, everyone eventually gets used to it. here are five must-haves that will make life a lot easier during this overwhelming time.

decreasing college acceptance rates mean one thing: you should diversify your college search! learn how to get into the right school for you.

the coalition application is a new college application that’s causing a lot of buzz among students, parents, and guidance counselors.

in some cases, a college may accept a student and then change their mind, rescinding the acceptance. previously, we looked at the reasons this can happen.

there are three main types of college application essay prompts. let’s take a look at each type and strategize how you should tackle each one.

so you’ve just been accepted into college. congratulations! the next question you might ask yourself is whether or not that acceptance really is final.

suddenly, it’s junior year and you realize you need to start thinking about college applications. but when exactly do you start and what do you need to do?

short answer: the minimum is different for everyone. in this article, learn how to set an act score goal that will take you to the college of your dreams.