Applying to College
Applying to College is a very stressful time for both parents and students. Pick up some easy tips on the college admission process, SAT preparation, financial aid opportunities and college essay writing to help you ease into the process stress free.
- Procrastinating in CollegeIs procrastination as bad a thing as many people would have us believe?
- My College Application EssayThis is a college application essay used to get me into the College of Journalism and Mass Communication at Kent State University. It received a perfect score when graded by an AP English professor.
- Overcoming the SATIn this article I address the ever-growing problem of the SAT, and its effect on college-bound students. I focus on the importance of confidence, and address the issue of unhelpful pressure placed on students by schools and families.
- How to Write a College Application EssayCollege application essays require a different approach than the one you use with academic writing. They're about your personality and character, and they usually tell a story.
- Test Day: How to Prepare for the S.A.TThis article gives tips on preparing for the SAT, both before and during the test. Highlights include information on resources for study materials and tips for making the best of things on test day.
- How to Study for the SAT General Question ExamSome tips and strategies for improving your SAT scores.
Finding a College Friendly to Minority Students: Ten TipsIf you come from a diverse cultural background, it's essential to select a college where you can find support and community. Here are some tips for researching and choosing a college if you are a student of diversity.- 10 Tips on Writing a Great College Essay to Supplement Your Mediocre GPA and SAT ScoresCollege applications don't have to be daunting. They can give you the opportunity to show the world what you were doing outside of school. Use this to your advantage.
- Helping Your Child Through The College Application and Acceptance ProcessEach year thousands of students apply to prestigious colleges across the nation. The anxiety and competition is more than challenging. One mother reflects on the process and the approach.
- The Early Admission College Application ProcessAmong the myriad of college application decisions, students should give careful thought to the concept of Early-Admission as part of the college choice process.
- What is the New SAT Like?There are big changes coming for students who are taking the SAT test starting in March, 2005 as part of the process of getting into a college or university.