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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.
Debt, But No Degree: The College Dropout Crisis
What could be worse than owing tens of thousands of dollars in college student loans? How about owing tens of thousands in loans, with no degree to show for your time and money.
The Truth about Academic Talent Search Programs
Each year, many 7th-10th graders take standardized tests to qualify for academic talent search programs. But how do these programs work? And are they worth it?
Not Test-Optional for Homeschool Students
Some test-optional schools still require homeschool students to submit ACT® Test or SAT® Test scores as a needed metric to evaluate their application. International students may also still see...
The Latest on AP Test Scores
The College Board releases Advanced Placement (AP) test scores in waves (generally by state) beginning in early July. Students who take an AP test during the year can choose a school where scores...
Can Money Buy Happiness?
A student asked John Baylor if money can buy happiness. These are her questions and his responses. Can money buy happiness? Why or why not? Money can buy freedom—the freedom to fully pursue...
Win Selective College Admissions and Scholarships
"How do you win selective college admissions and scholarships?" “My child wants to attend Duke (or Stanford or Harvard, etc.). What should they do?” “What can my child do to win the big...
Things to Do This Summer for Teens
What will you do this summer? Summer can be a notoriously wasted three months for students. But it's also a great time to develop skills, passion, and purpose, and of course, have fun. Parents:...
How to Choose a College That’s Right for You
The U.S. Department of Education recognizes over 4,000 colleges and universities. With so many options, how do you choose a college? Apply to at least seven colleges The first step in choosing a...
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