Self-Reported Academic Record, SRAR: Do I Need to Complete It?
What is a SRAR and do I need to complete it? So, you’ve submitted all of your applications and you breathe a sigh of relief. Woohoo! I’m golden! Well, possibly…
Additional Information on Common App
Additional Information on Common App: What is it Used for Anyway? What is that Additional Information section on the Common App used for anyway? To complete or not complete that…
Should I Report a Disciplinary Incident on My College Application?
Wondering whether you should report your disciplinary incident on your college applications?
College Acceptance Rates Decline Over Time: A Must Read
College Acceptance Rates Decline Over Time: A Must Read We knew it was happening but did we know to what extent? There are more articles than I can count on…
Common App: August 1 – A Date You Should Take Note Of
Common App: August 1 – A Date You Should Take Note Of Now is a quiet time, so to speak. The Common App is offline to get ready for the…
College Application Follow Ups
The colleges you have applied to will begin to send you Emails letting you know that they have received your application...
Rising Seniors – Start Working on Your College Applications!
There will be plenty of time for that after you’ve accomplished those important tasks for your college admissions journey. Now is the time to put the pedal to the metal, yes, it’s crunch time.
Coalition Application – What is it and who should complete it?
The Coalition for Access, Affordability, and Success is more than just an application when you are ready to apply to college, it’s a commitment from about 135 colleges to provide the best college experience for the low-income and the first-generation student, from the college application process up to graduation.
Regular Decision College Application: Hurry Up and Wait
Regular Decision College Application: Hurry Up and Wait I know, just being a senior and on the cusp of adulthood and major life changes, can be enough stress to strain…
Extracurricular Activities and College Applications
Extracurricular Activities and College Applications: Where are your hours going vs. what are you doing – If you have to take care of a sibling every day after school for your family then it is fine since you can’t participate in after school activities
Common App Questions: To Answer or Not To Answer
Common App Questions: To Answer or Not To Answer The only questions that a student is required to answer on the Common App have a red ‘*’ next to them.…
When to Submit Your College Application
When to Submit Your College Application Do I have to wait to submit my applications until my transcript, recommendations and test scores are ready? The answer is no. There are…
Early Action, Early Decision, Regular Decision, Rolling Admission
Early Action, Early Decision, Regular Decision, Rolling Admission? Which one should I choose? Application submission choices vary by college. The four types are listed below and not all colleges offer…
Early Decision versus Regular Decision for College Acceptance
Early Decision versus Regular Decision for College Acceptance
Find out how applying Early Decision vs. Regular Decision can affect your chances for being accepted to your school of choice.
Students Who Apply Early get Twice the Money
Next fall’s crop of college students can start applying for federal financial aid Jan. 1. And if they jump right on it, they have a greater chance of getting significantly more money.