If tutoring is not the path for you, there are tons of free and cheap resources online that can help you prepare for the SAT. Just remember to take the time to understand your mistakes so that you can identify what you need to work on.
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Are you a high school student who feels undecided and stressed out about your future? Then consider taking a career assessment through My Choice College Prep. Our career assessments measure your aptitudes and strengths and provide career options that align with your personality and work style. Here are some reasons to consider taking a career assessment:
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Many of my students often confess that they came up with their college list by googling, “the best college for…”. I’ll admit, it is a great starting point, but it is also likely that if you are doing this, you will end up with mostly ivy league and other highly selective schools on your list. This will not help you create a balanced list.
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With coronavirus limiting our movement and campuses closing nationwide, many have had to postpone or cancel college visits. For those seniors and for the juniors who are interested in exploring college options, I present you with the next best thing to actually going on a campus tour: virtual college visits.
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Wondering when you should begin the college application process? Although much of it depends on your goals and personality, the ideal time for most students is junior year.
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For applicants, this is perhaps one of the most dreaded questions, however for admissions officers, it remains an important facet of a student's application
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For those of you struggling to start or finish your college essay, here are some tips to help you create your best writing.
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After watching the CNN special on the college admissions scandal on Sunday, I felt the need to dispel some myths about IEC’s (Independent Educational Consultants) and to enlighten the public on what it is that we actually do. Here are the top ten reasons to hire an IEC.
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Today, I participated in SACAC’s annual Mini Camp College Workshop which was held at the University of Miami. I was surrounded by some fantastic guidance counselors and admissions reps who gave out tons of useful information about the college application process. I noticed many students taking notes on my section, “Test Prep Strategies,” so I’ve pasted the content of the slides onto this blog post. Hope it helps and feel free to email me if you have any questions. I’m here to help!
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Yes, you can plan for college over the summer while still enjoying those sunny days. Many students decide to take a complete break from all school-related activities during the summer, only to find themselves stressing out as soon as school resumes in late August. You can avoid the onslaught of stress at the start of senior year by using your summer wisely.
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