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What Does Test-Optional Really Mean?
Even as many colleges temporarily extend their test-optional admissions policies another year, your Test score still can greatly affect your merit-based scholarships and college admissions. Test-optional is really only for those excited to pay full price. JUMPING THAT SCORE remains the best-paying job a high school student can have.
Personal Statements That Pop (9-minute video)
Ask John Anything! Personal Statements That Pop. John discusses the importance of the personal statement on the Common Application and offers his five best tips to help you perfect yours. A personal...
Do College Rankings Matter?
How much do college rankings matter? This study from Stanford Graduate School of Education answers this question and how to use these rankings to find the best fit.
More Universities Require Test Scores
New Study Suggests Elite Colleges Should Reinstate SAT/ACT.
As many top universities remain test-optional, evidence suggests the SAT and ACT predict success in college better than grades.
Successful College Visits (17-minute video)
Successful college visits are key to helping find your best-fit college. Learn what to look for, red flags, and good questions to ask, and more. If you cannot visit a campus in person), check out...
Transparency in College Pricing
A call for transparency in college pricing has finally become reality. Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania released a study of Net Price Calculators (NPCs). NPCs are a tool on every...
Private vs. Public College: Which Should You Attend
Public or private college? Know the differences between the two and some questions to ask to help make your best choice. Consider applying to both public and private colleges, including some...
7 Tips to Improve Your ACT® Reading Score
Here are seven tips to improve your ACT® Reading score. This 40-minute section contains four passages with nine questions each to test your reading comprehension. It might seem intimidating at...
A Deep Dive into the SAT® Test Sections and Questions
As you prepare for the SAT® Test this year, it’s helpful to understand how the test works to improve your score (and scholarships). What are the SAT® Test Sections? The SAT® Test has four sections:...
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