Grades and test scores are huge factors that help get you into college, but schools also want to see what you choose to do with your free time. College admissions counselors have a goal of…
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Questions You Need To Ask Your College Tour Guide
Never underestimate the power of a good question! Here are 60 great questions from The Princeton Review to ask your tour guide on your next college tour: The Basics Why did you choose this school? Are you happy…
Everything You Need to Know About Letters of Recommendation
Your college applications say a lot about you – how well you do in school, your test scores, your hobbies and passions, and your personal statements. However, colleges also want to learn more about you…
Every College Student Needs to Download THESE Apps Today
Believe it or not, apps aren’t only used for fun and games – download these five apps recommended by Concordia University for college students to stay on track! 1. myHomework Student Planner: Provides you with…
Get Into These 4 Universities for Entrepreneurship
According to Forbes, today’s teens are far more entrepreneurial than their parents. Over 70% of teens have self-employed jobs rather than traditional workforce positions. More specifically, today’s teenagers are becoming masters and teachers of an…
Time-Management Hacks Every College Student Should Use
College is one of the busiest times in your life – between going to classes, completing assignments, interning, working part-time, visiting with family and friends, and social commitments, you’ll be running everywhere you go! Whether…
10 Ways to Help You Choose Your College Major
Attending college in the Fall and still not sure which major is right for you? Here are 10 factors to consider to help you choose your college major from U.S. News: 1. Explore out-of-school experiences:…
Benefits of College Internships
According to U.S. News, internships throughout college can better prepare you for the “real world” post-grad! Also, internships can not only help you decide which career path is best fit for you, but can help…
Your Guide to Maintaining Straight A’s
Even if you’ve already submitted your college applications, it’s extremely important to keep up with your grades and extracurriculars, especially if you feel the “senioritis” starting to kick in. Believe it or not, colleges do…
3 Effective Ways to Start High School
For many, freshman year of high school marks the transition from child to adult. It also serves as a transition to a focus on college. For the first time ever, many parents are thinking about…
