Interviews for graduate school can be daunting, especially when the stakes are high and competition feels fierce. Remind yourself that interviewing is a two-way-street: this is also your opportunity to assess whether the program is a good fit. Proper preparation is the key to a successful interview, and here are some guidelines that should help. … Continue reading How to nail your graduate school interview

If you’re a high school student who wants to make the most of your summer, there are many excellent opportunities and programs to consider. So many, in fact, that it can be difficult to figure out which to pursue. First, think about your goals and ask yourself: How much time can I devote to a … Continue reading How to select a summer program

While it may feel like the school year has just begun, now is already the right time to be thinking about your courses for next year and potentially subsequent years of high school. The courses that you choose throughout high school —- and the grades you receive in those courses — are arguably the most … Continue reading High school course selection

Even though the new year just began, now is the time to start planning your summer activities. Admissions officers like to see that students have done something with their summers – whether it’s going to camp, working at an ice cream shop or attending an academic program or internship – anything is better than nothing. … Continue reading Summer STEM activities

If you applied Early Decision (ED) or Early Action (EA), you’re likely living in anticipation – going about your day you suddenly think, “someone may be reading my application right now.” Soon, notifications will be sent and the suspense will finally end. You’ve put a great deal of time and energy into your college search … Continue reading Keeping Perspective – Early Decision & Early Action Notification