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How do you sort through all of your U.S. university options? How do you figure out what is required? And what do these schools really want to see on your application? Here's what you need to know.
Getting to Know You, Through Holistic Application Review
As you painstakingly complete your university applications, you may be wondering how admission officers might evaluate these pieces of information. Well, we went right to the source to find out! Here, an international admission counselor explains the rationale behind holistic application reviews.
by Sarah Neal
Top College and Financial Aid Application Terms You Need to Know
When it comes to college and financial aid applications. a lot of words are thrown around that you may not know yet. Use this list to help you stay on track.
Top Tips for Writing and Editing Your University Apps
Good organization, writing, and editing are important to any college application and admission essay. An international student offers her best advice here!
Good, Bad, and Unnecessary College Application Advice You Need to Know
You'll hear a lot of advice during the college application process, but it won't be all good! Here's what you should listen to and what you can ignore.
3 Tips for Writing the Best College Admission Essay Possible
Writing your college admission essays can be overwhelming, but you can simplify the process and do your best work by remembering these three key tips.
by Maddy A-C
Advice for Writing Your Grad School Personal Statement
The personal statement isn't just another essay. Here's what to keep in mind as you're writing this important part of your graduate school application.
by Kim Lifton
Top 9 College Admission Mistakes High School Students Make
The college admission process is already difficult—don't make it more stressful on yourself by making these common mistakes the experts have seen before.
3 College Application Mistakes Students Often Make
Before you submit college applications, make sure they're as perfect as can be. Avoid mistakes like lack of details, self-confidence, and extracurriculars!
by Karan Shah
What Are the Biggest College Application Mistakes Students Make?
Students often worry about errors in their college applications affecting admission. Here are the worst mistakes that experts suggest looking out for.
5 Fun and Unique Ways to Brainstorm Your College Essays
It's time to write your application essays, and these five brainstorming games are going to help you do it. Try them out by yourself or with friends now!
The Best Advice, Tips, and Resources for Writing College Admission Essays
Write your best college admission essay with expert tips on planning your story, finding support, avoiding pitfalls, utilizing your resources, and more.
Submitting Your College Applications Early: How and Why
College application season is a stressful time, but you can make it easier by completing your apps early. Here are some reasons to hit the submit button ASAP.
Should I Submit My Personal Statement If a School Doesn't Require It?
A strong personal statement can make a difference in admission, but what if it isn't required? Here's some expert advice on this supplemental essay.
by Kristen Moon
How to Get a Head Start on the College Application Process Junior Year
College applications can be stressful, especially if you leave all the work for senior year. Get a head start while you're a junior with these tips!
6 Common Misconceptions About US Colleges and Universities
US higher education is world-renowned and international students come to America for school every year, but there are some misconceptions that need debunking.
What Misbeliefs Do Students Have About College Admission?
Students have many misconceptions about college admission. These are the most common ones our experts have come across to help you advise your own students.
by Anne Macleod Weeks; Charlotte M. Klaar, PhD; Ann Herbener; Sandra E. Clifton; Susan M. Hanflik, MEd, CEP; Stuart Nachbar
AI and Your College Applications: What You Need to Know
A new resource is taking over the world of college admission: AI. Here's how AI tools are changing essays and other elements of the application process.
by Amber Li
You're an Ideal Applicant! Now It's Time to Show Colleges Why
Knowing what colleges want to see in your application is how you present your best self to admission officers. Here are our best tips for figuring it out!
Top 3 Strategies for Writing Your Best College Personal Statement
The personal statement is an important part of the college admission process. So how do you write your best essay? Here are three key strategies to follow.
by Kristen Moon
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