
Why us? essay
Many colleges ask the question, “Why us?” as part of the college admission process. The question is asked differently by the colleges,...


Cómo tomarse un año sabático y que no se convierta en un año perdido
La tendencia llegó hace pocos años con nombre en inglés, gap year, aunque en España ya había otra forma de llamarlo: año sabático. Un...


Should You Consider a Gap Year?
Are you ready for a new adventure? Not sure starting college qualifies? A well-planned "year off" might make college more meaningful. A...


Tips to Improve Your SAT and ACT Scores
Before Taking the Test Study up. Improve your vocabulary, reading comprehension, and basic math skills via test prep resources. (See What...


The Best Ways to Describe Your Internship On Your Resume
As you may already know, internships are constructive and helpful experiences for every college student. Int ernships represent a way of...


How to Write a Perfect “Why This College” Essay
Did you think you were all done pouring out your blood, sweat, and tears in written form for your personal statement, only to be faced...


Beware of social media use: Harvard Rescinds Acceptances for At Least Ten Students for Obscene Memes
Harv Harvard College rescinded admissions offers to at least ten prospective members of the Class of 2021 after the students traded...


If You Want to Play Your Sport in College
If you want to play in college because you enjoy it, your chances of finding a team are good. But if you want to play at a more...

18 Tips to Make the Most of Your College Visit
Researching colleges is an important step in the college search process. After finding that a college is a good fit on paper, students...


11 Common Application Blunders to Avoid
Every year, students send in millions of applications to colleges, and unfortunately, many of them contain mistakes. The blunder can be...