by Ali Roth | Sep 17, 2020 | Articles, College Prep, Standardized Tests
As junior year rolls around, students have a lot on their minds, from activities and academics to friends and the future. But most juniors need to add one more item to their list: the PSAT. But what is the PSAT and why does it matter for juniors at every level? What...
by Ali Roth | Sep 8, 2020 | Articles, College Prep
Admissions counselors receive application after application, and they want to know if you will fit in well at their school. To do this, they look to college application essays to discover your interests, values, habits, passions, and views about life. How do you write...
by Ali Roth | Sep 1, 2020 | Articles, Homeschool
Your homeschool senior year is here! Whether this is a time of excitement for your student or terror for you as a parent, there’s no need to worry! With this simple checklist, you’ll have everything you need to prepare for college during your student’s senior year. ...
by Ali Roth | Aug 27, 2020 | Articles, College Prep, Financial Aid & Scholarships
What do colleges look for in future students? And how do you make sure you show your top colleges what they want to see? While each college’s requirements are different, most boil down to a few keys for success. Keep reading to see what colleges look for—and tips to...
by Ali Roth | Aug 23, 2020 | Articles, College Prep, High School
The early bird gets the worm. But what about the early college application? When it comes to applying to college early, there are two application options: early action and early decision. Learn about both and see when it makes sense for you to apply. What is the...
by Ali Roth | Aug 20, 2020 | Articles, Financial Aid & Scholarships, Homeschool
Scholarships come in all shapes and sizes. There are scholarships for students who started a lawn care business, and scholarships for designing a greeting card. Even scholarships for being tall! But what about scholarships based on how and where you went to school?...
