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Every College Checklist You Need For Summer

There are so many moving parts, it just makes sense to have a handful of checklists to follow when preparing for college.

Let’s face it – when it comes to searching, applying and (finally!) attending college, there are a lot of deadlines to keep track of. And on top of those deadlines are all of the other things you need to do to prepare for what will be one of the biggest accomplishments in your life. All of those due dates, to-do’s and lists floating around in your brain can get a little overwhelming. That’s where the college checklist comes into play.

Regan Blume July 7, 2015

Preparing for College

Community Service: Do Good and Look Good To Colleges

There is no denying how great community service can be. But did you know it can help you get into your college of choice too?

Regan Blume July 7, 2015

Preparing for College

College Waitlist Tips You Need to Know

It feels a lot like waiting for someone to ask you to prom. It’s the scary place between acceptance and rejection.

Let’s talk about the college waitlist.

Applying to college is supposed to be clear cut, right? You’re supposed to get an acceptance or a rejection. Acceptances are great. Rejections sting a little. Either way, at least you know where you stand.

Regan Blume July 7, 2015

Preparing for College

5 Things I Wish I Knew Before College

There are so many things that I wish I could whisper in the ear of my 18-year-old self.

It hasn’t been too long since I was enduring the daily college grind. Just a few years ago, a few months after graduation, I was carefully slipping my diploma out of a sealed envelope and into a polished frame.

Regan Blume July 7, 2015

Preparing for College

Should You Retake the SAT’s to Improve Your Score?

There are a lot of factors to consider when deciding whether to retake the SAT’s or not.

This question comes up quite often: should you retake the SAT’s to improve your score? And the reality is, there is no simple answer. There are a lot of factors to consider when deciding whether to retake the SAT’s or not.

Regan Blume July 7, 2015

Preparing for College

What to Consider When Choosing a College

Seniors—Congratulations! Sit down, take a deep breath, and smile. You’re in. But there’s still work to do.

Choosing a college ranks among the most important decisions a person makes in his or her lifetime. It requires a lot of thought. You’ve told some colleges that you like them, and one or more have said that they like you back. But you can only go to one college, so you’ll need to break some hearts.

Regan Blume July 7, 2015

Preparing for College

Prepare For the SATs With This Summer Reading List

It’s a great idea to bulk up your reading list while you’re preparing and studying for the SAT.

Did you know that frequent readers tend to do better on the Writing and Critical Reading portions of the SAT, which make up more than 50 percent of the test questions? It’s a great idea to bulk up your reading list while you’re preparing and studying for the SAT.

Jane Cooper July 7, 2015

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What To Do After You Get Your College Acceptance Letter

Congratulations! You’ve received a college acceptance letter! Few things feel as satisfying as knowing years of hard work have come to fruition. It also means that it’s time to make one of the more important decisions of your life.

Regan Blume July 2, 2015

Preparing for College

Use The Summer Before College Wisely

The summer before college is the optimal time to get yourself ready for life as a college student. We know how you can use this time wisely.

As you recuperate from your senior year of high school and look forward to your freshmen year of college, your mind is probably swirling with thoughts of classes, dorm-living and making new friends—all of the fun you will have at college.

Regan Blume July 2, 2015

Preparing for College

Do These Two Things Immediately to Prepare for College Next Year

You still have one year left of high school. You can do this! Use this time to prepare for college with these two essential tips.

You’ve still got another year of high school to survive. How are you going to use that time? I won’t insult your intelligence by telling you that you should focus on getting good grades. You know that. But here are two things you definitely should do to prepare for college – as soon as you can.

Regan Blume July 2, 2015