College Search Do's and Don'ts
As you tackle the college search process, some things are must do's--but there are also some mistakes that can get in the way of a successful search experience.read more
How to Choose a College When You Want to Help People
If you want to get involved with service learning, community outreach, and helping others in college, here's what to look for as you search for schools.read more
Application Essay Example #6: The Journey
This is an optional narrative essay a student submitted with her application to Southwestern University, and it helped her gain admission there.read more
What NOT to Do in Your Application Essay
Writing a strong college admission essay can be challenging, but avoiding these common pitfalls will help you create one that stands out.read more
How to Prepare for College Applications Over the Summer (by Grade Level)
Summer is a great time to get ahead on the college search and application process. Here's what you can do whether you're a freshman, sophomore, junior, or read more
Dual Enrollment: The Secret to Getting Ahead in High School
Dual enrollment is a great way to bring your academics to the next level. Here's how you can get ahead by taking college-level courses for credit in high read more
A: It's not the number of schools you apply to that is important. It's the thought and care put into each application.read more
A: In short, they probably shouldn't affect your college search all that much.read more
A: How about right now? You don't have to make a choice, but begin thinking about things like what you want to study, where you would like to go, and what would be important about a college.read more
Davidson College was founded as a "manual labor" institution in 1837, meaning that students paid for their education by tending crops and livestock. They didn't enjoy the duty much, however, and tuition charges were instated ...
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