For those of you applying to University of Michigan, read below to see how our team of former admissions officers would answer the supplemental essays: If you could only do one of the activities you have listed in the Activities section of your Common Application, which one would you keep doing? Why? (Required for all … Continue reading University of Michigan supplemental essays 2019

While salary potential is just one of many factors to consider before attaining your master’s degree, it is an important consideration amidst increases in tuition. According to PayScale‘s Best Master’s Degrees for Jobs, here are the master’s programs with the highest salary potential: Biomedical Engineering (BME) Computer Science (CS) Physics Corporate Finance (MBA) General & … Continue reading Master’s programs with the highest salary potential

Whether at a graduate school fair or during an on-campus visit, it’s important to take advantage of the opportunity to talk with an admissions officer. Moreover, there are certain questions that all prospective applicants should be asking: Do you evaluate how a student’s skills and interests will align with potential research efforts of faculty? Within … Continue reading Questions you should be asking about graduate school

The University of Chicago supplemental essays are notorious for making students think outside of the box with unique questions crafted by current students and alums alike. Read below for advice on answering Chicago’s supplemental essays: Choose one of the six extended essay options and upload a one- or two-page response. 1. In 2015, the city … Continue reading The University of Chicago supplemental essays 2018

Deferrals and rejections are an unfortunate part of the college application process that high school seniors will confront each year. While we encourage families to hope for the best, it’s equally important to be prepared for an unfavorable decision following Early Decision/Early Action applications. Here are some useful tips for students whose early applications have been deferred: Keep your head … Continue reading What to do if you’ve been deferred