College Admission — Blog
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The Importance of Storytelling on Your College Application
Your college application should be the ultimate story about you! Here's how to tell your story from beginning to end beyond your admission essay.
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How to Get Past Your Dream College to Appreciate Others
Many students have a dream college they get stuck on long before they start the admission process. Here are ways to get past it and appreciate other schools.
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3 Important Steps to Acing the "Why Us?" Essay
"Why this college?" is a common college application essay prompt. Here's how you can stand out when you're writing about why you love and chose your dream school.
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College Honors Programs: Are They Worth It?
College honors programs can be a lot of work, but for many students, they're worth the effort and academic challenge. Here's what you should know about them!
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Good Alternatives for When You Can't Find an Internship
Sure, internships impress colleges, but they can be hard to secure. Luckily there are many other things you can do this summer to strengthen your applications.
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How to Make Your Best College List and the Ultimate Choice
Making a final college decision is daunting, but this advice from a real student can help you build a strong list of schools that you'll feel confident about.
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The Top College and Career Prep Resources for Students
Looking for a comprehensive list of resources to get you from college admission to career? Well, we've got it for you with the help of a real professional college admission counselor.
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How to Organize Your College Search Like a Pro
Organizing your college search the right way can make or break the process. Student writer Pilar has some great advice on doing it with ease and efficiency.
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National Honor Society: What to Know Before You Join
NHS is a great high school activity that involves leadership, service, character, and scholarship. Learn about all the benefits and how you can join here.
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Undocumented Students' Challenges Without Citizenship
Undocumented students face more challenges with college than other students with official citizenship. Here's what those look like and some possible solutions.
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