The OnToCollege Blog
Advice and inspiration for schools and families looking to create college graduates with minimal debt.
How Many Colleges Should You Apply to?
As you look at college admissions, how many colleges should you apply to? What types of colleges are important to include on your application list and why? How many colleges should you apply to? ...
What Is the Common App?
As senior year approaches, you have a lot on your plate. The Common Application is a helpful resource to save you time in the college application process. But what is the Common App and how does it...
Why the ACT & SAT Matter at Test-Optional Colleges
Why do the ACT & SAT matter at test-optional colleges? Even as many colleges temporarily extend their test-optional admissions policies another year, the ACT and SAT still can greatly affect...
Recommended Books for College-Bound Students
Here's a list of recommended books for college-bound students from OnToCollege's John Baylor. These books can help high school students prepare for college planning and admissions. John's Top...
8 College Application Mistakes to Avoid
You’ve worked hard on your grades, prepared for the ACT & SAT, participated in athletics and activities. Your resume includes leadership positions and volunteer hours. You’ve researched and...
How to Send ACT Scores to Colleges
The main purpose of your ACT score is to persuade colleges to admit you and grant you financial aid and scholarships. But how (and when) should you send ACT scores to colleges? How to Send ACT...
Which Colleges Offer the Best Merit Scholarships?
One of the biggest misunderstandings about merit-based scholarships is that they’re only for top students, like those scoring a 31 or 32 on the ACT. False....
When Should You Take the ACT and SAT?
Every year the ACT (September, October, December, February, April, June, July) and SAT (August, October, November, December, March, May, June) are offered...
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