College Admissions Help Blog

Ask Admissions Girl: SAT or ACT? Which test should I take?

Admissions Girl — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:45:14 +0000

Happy Wednesday everyone! This week we are talking about everyone’s favorite subject: standardized tests! Recently I was asked, "what are the differences between the SATs and the ACTs?" I realized that this is probably a question that a lot of high school students going through the college admissions process have.

How To Get In: November Checklist

Admissions Girl — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:21:17 +0000

If you are currently a senior in high school and applying to college you are probably well into the process by now. November is a month when deadlines slowly start to creep up and it is important to make sure you have all of your ducks in a row.

Ask Admissions Girl: How do I pick the right college?

Admissions Girl — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:11:09 +0000

Today I am starting something new. Every Wednesday I will be answering your most common college admissions questions. This week we are talking about choosing the right school. Recently I had someone ask me “how do I know that I am picking the right college to attend?” This is a tough one. The truth is you [...]

The Textbook Scenario

Admissions Girl — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:33:27 +0000

There is one thing that every college student experiences at least once a semester; sticker shock at the bookstore. Textbooks are an added cost that most first year students are not prepared for. Textbooks cost some college students thousands of dollars annually and paying for them dries up months of summer paychecks and years of savings.

Making It To Your Dream School

Admissions Girl — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:11:20 +0000

With the current state of the US economy, the task of financing a college education is increasingly difficult. Because of this, many students are forced to let go of their dreams of attending their number one school. After years of picturing themselves writing for the Harvard Crimson or attending UConn basketball games, senior year comes [...]

Taking Advantage of College Information Night

Admissions Girl — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:40:33 +0000

As juniors and seniors in high school you are probably well on your way to planning your college career. Getting ready for college can be extremely stressful on top of everything else you have to worry about, but luckily most high schools have resources to make the search and apply process a lot easier. Many high [...]

Beyond Scholarships and Sudent Loans: Part Two

Admissions Girl — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:53:13 +0000

There are many leadership opportunities on college campuses that offer financial benefits.

Beyond Scholarships and Student Loans: Part One

Admissions Girl — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:43:25 +0000

There are other ways to help pay for college beyond scholarships and student loans.

Appeal Your Transferring Class If You Are Denied

David Edward — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:31:10 +0000

For many students community colleges serve as a means to an end, provided the lions share of your classes transfer without issue of course. Community colleges really are a terrific, cost effective way to pay for the first two years of higher education before moving on to a more expensive four year institution. The only [...]

Utilize Your School Counseling Center

David Edward — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:55:26 +0000

One resource that tends to get overlooked on college campuses is the counseling center. Counseling centers are a great resource for students. They’re a place where you can go and discuss your interests and job possibilities with an adviser with no pressure from your peers or parents. Career centers also allow you to take career [...]