ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS TAKING THE ISEE Educators are fully aware that many very capable students struggle taking standardized tests because they have learning or physical challenges. This is why accommodations are offered to students who "are unable to take the ISEE under standard conditions" These challenges must be documented and upon approval, a student may be eligible to receive [...]
While traveling in Connecticut, I had the good fortune of staying in a hotel in Hartford where the University of Connecticut (UConn) hockey team was also staying. These young men were getting ready to play Tulsa - a very important game for the UConn team. You may be wondering why this has anything to do with athletic scholarships which [...]
When you’re deciding on a college, it’s a good idea to start researching them early in the game. We’ve seen many of our students change their minds late in the process, after they’ve gotten to know a little more about the schools they’re looking at, or have narrowed down the subjects that are of most interest to [...]
Is it necessary for juniors to take the PSAT? Well no, not necessary. But it’s a good idea for several reasons. First, colleges are willing to look at PSAT scores and give them weight when they’re beginning to sort out admissions. So not only is it worth taking the PSAT for this reason, [...]
September is when families are embarking upon the admissions process for the following school year. This is a time to gather information about the schools to which you're applying and plan for their specific requirements for admission. One of the most important pieces of advices that we give parents is to make sure you are not holding up [...]
Summer is a perfect time for college-bound juniors to begin crafting their personal statements. A personal statement is required by many colleges, and is arguably the most important component of the application. Each school has a unique personal statement requirement, so it’s paramount you follow the directions perfectly. For example, if you do not adhere [...]
Last week we began talking about the benefits of starting the college application process during the summer of junior year. In looking at the process in terms of separate chunks, our focus today is the essay. So how should you get started on your essay? Read the prompts on the Common Application webpage and start [...]
Summer is the best time for high school juniors to begin the college application process. So what should you focus on this summer? Over the next several weeks, we will be discussing how students can begin crafting their best application. There are two key components to creating your best application – starting early (remember, summertime [...]
When I played the saxophone, I had fun. But I didn't love it so much that I wanted to practice 8 hours a day. And I was OK with that. I liked goofing around and being able to play what I wanted to. But no one was offering me a spot in their band, and [...]
As admission to college is becoming increasingly competitive, colleges and universities are looking well beyond transcripts and test scores. In fact, many schools are utilizing software that analyzes their applicants' demonstrated interest. So what is demonstrated interest? It is simply evidence that a prospective student is truly interested in a school. When interest is [...]
