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The 6 Worst College Application Mistakes
We are officially in the midst of the college admissions season! Millions of students across the world have been and will be submitting applications. And while technology is making submitting easier, there is still room for human error. Below are … Continue reading
Tips for the Personal Essay Options on the Common Application: Avoid Pitfalls and Make the Most of your Personal Essay
It is important to understand your options when it comes to the Common Application essays. Below is a discussion of the six essay options. Option#1: Evaluate a significant experience, achievement, risk you have taken, or ethical dilemma you have faced … Continue reading
Low SAT Scores? Tips on Getting into a Good College with Low Scores
Low SAT scores are not the death knoll to getting accepted into a good college. Here are some tips for helping your teen get accepted into a good college. 1. Retake the exam. Depending on when the applications are due, … Continue reading
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Steps to Mastering the SAT Essay
The SAT exam began testing a student’s writing ability in 2005. Even the worst wordsmith shouldn’t get too concerned about this section of the exam since it only counts for 10% of the total score. However, It may very well … Continue reading
Top Tips for Writing a Compelling College Essay
Your student is about to write one of the most important essays of her life. Don’t panic. A great college admissions essay will present a vivid, personal, and compelling view of your student to the admissions staff. It will round … Continue reading
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