Believe it or not, summer is finally right around the corner! Do your big plans currently consist of napping? Watching TV? Stalking social media? No, no, and no, say admissions officers. They don’t necessarily care what you do this summer, but they like to see that you’ve done something. What is that something? Here are … Continue reading How to make the most out of your summer

What are you doing this summer? Perhaps you’re scooping ice cream – or traveling abroad on a community service trip. Or maybe you’re taking a class at a community college to explore an academic interest (which will look great on your college applications!). Maybe you’re teaching yourself to play an instrument, or reading for pleasure, … Continue reading Five ways to get a jump-start on your college apps

Starting your college search can seem daunting – like any first step toward an important goal can be. There are so many universities, so many subjects to study, and so many people talking about the complicated college application process. If you’re overwhelmed, try starting with yourself first. Once you pinpoint what you want your university … Continue reading How to begin your college search

An informational interview is a chance for you to gather information about what you need to succeed in your career, learn about a new field or just talk to someone about their own personal career path. Remember you are not asking for a job; your primary purpose is to get information to make an informed … Continue reading The importance of informational interviews

If you’re like many students, you may have several academic interests. How are you supposed to select a major and demonstrate interest to colleges when you’re curious about two, three or even more subjects? Below are some suggestions that will allow you to get a more in-depth understanding of various academic subjects and how they … Continue reading Determining an academic interest