Majors and Academics — Blog
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How to Choose Your High School Senior Year Schedule
Choosing a class schedule for senior year can be a daunting task. Here's how to find a balance between all your requirements, electives, and other options.
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Insider Insight on AP Courses: Which Classes Are Best to Take?
With 11 Advanced Placement courses under her belt, this student has a lot of inside info to share. Use it to decide which AP classes may be best for you!
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Writing Habits to Kick Before Going to College
How you write essays changes a little between high school and college. Get a few steps ahead of English 101 with these tips on ditching bad writing habits.
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6 Smart Tips for Processing and Turning Around a Bad Grade
Getting a bad grade can be stressful, but it's not the end of the world! Follow these tips to get back on your feet and move on from a bad grade.
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How to Work on Your Academic Weaknesses in High School
Everyone has one subject in high school they don't like much, and usually that's your toughest class to get through. Here's how to strengthen your skills.
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5 Big Signs You Should Drop a College Class
You may regret signing up for a college class, but thinking about dropping it might make you feel guilty too. Here's when it's worth dropping that course.
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Video: Taking Advantage of Your Professors' Office Hours
Student vlogger Joe explains what you should know about office hours, including how to use them and ways to ease anxiety about meeting with professors.
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Top 6 Apps You Need to Download for Academic Success
Whether you need study help, a digital planner, or a way to organize weekly assignments, there's an app for that. These choices are some of the best!
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Top 5 Time Management Tips for High School Students
High school is hectic with homework, college applications, and extracurricular activities. Keep on top of everything with these time management tips.
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5 Things You Need for Your Next Study Session
Alas, finals are upon us, and it's time to hit the books. Studying may be tedious, but we've got five tips that'll help you trudge through and come out on top!
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