Letters of recommendation are incredibly important in the grad school application process because they describe an applicant from different viewpoints and add to the overall profile of the student. An effective letter of recommendation will allow the admissions committee to make a more informed assessment of the candidate. Letters are typically from professors, mentors or … Continue reading What to include in a letter of recommendation for grad school

Parents and students often wonder whether weighted or unweighted GPA will be submitted as part of the application, and which is given preference by an admissions committee. First, it’s important to note that the use of weighted vs. unweighted GPA is at the discretion of your child’s high school. As such, students do not choose between one or … Continue reading Weighted vs. unweighted GPA

The moment has finally arrived when you’ve hit the “submit” button on your first application – congratulations! While you’re likely feeling a combination of anxiety, excitement, and relief, your work is far from over. Be sure to follow these steps to ensure that you remain on-track through the rest of the application cycle. Check your … Continue reading What to do after submitting a college application

School is in full swing and for many of you, this marks the beginning of arguably one of the most important years of high school – junior year. But don’t panic! There are many things you can think about to ensure that junior year is a success and you are well-prepared to begin your college … Continue reading College planning for juniors

Most college campuses have a career center with services for current students, and even alumni. Many students roll their eyes when they think of their career center, assuming all they do is review resumes and put on an occasional career fair. In actuality, spending some time at the center and getting to know what they … Continue reading Utilizing your campus career center