How Social Media Affects College Admissions
College admissions officers do check most applicants’ social media profiles. Recruiters look not just at negative posts, but at positive ones, too. Share this blog with your students so that they can present themselves in the best light to college recruiters. How Social Media Affects College Admissions
The Common App Opens August 1
Remind your seniors to work now on Common App Essays (one prompt is new this year!) so they’re ready to apply when the app opens on August 1. In addition to the OTC Writing Strategies video in their Test Prep course, these resources can help:
- What Is the Common App?
- How to Write a Good College Essay (+ Examples)
- Five Tips for Writing Your College Application Essay This Summer
- Choosing a Personal Statement Topic
12 Myths about College Applications
Students and families feel more anxious and pressured than ever over college admissions. Dispel these college application myths and help your students better navigate their college and career decision paths. 12 Myths about College Applications
Recommendation Letters
Recommendations are critical for securing scholarships and acceptance letters. When it comes to writing recommendations, teachers and counselors play a big role in the college admissions process. Use these tips to help.
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- 4 Keys to Ask for a Recommendation Letter for College
- Recommendation Letter Form (for students to complete)
- How to Prepare, Write and Format (blog for educators)
- What Makes a Recommendation Letter Great (6-minute video)
