SAT & ACT Optional Schools for International Students
How to use this list: Click Control + F to search for your school of interest. Check which column matches you: International Students at an International High School International Students at US High School US Citizens at International High School Take a look at the…
What to Do When Your College Application is Deferred
If you’ve received a rejection or deferral letter from your EA/ED schools, there’s a good chance you’re a little bummed. I get it; it’s tough news. So what should you do if you’ve been deferred? Here’s a step-by-step guide to make sure you’re doing the…
How to Write a Financial Aid Appeal Letter (+ Examples)
financial aid appeal letter tips: Begin with who you are and where you are from, how grateful you are to have been accepted and that you are excited about the school Be direct about what the letter is for (financial aid) Briefly talk about why…
Summer Internships for High School Students: A How-To Guide
If you’ve been fantasizing about getting your hands dirty and really exploring things that interest you (instead of lifeguarding at the pool again) the good news is: you don’t have to wait till college to find an internship. There are tons of summer internships for…
How to Write a College Resume (+ Example Templates)
Remember those kids who started random clubs like underwater basket-weaving just so they could write “Club President” on their resumes? Even if the club never met? Right. This section is your chance to show that you’re different, because it’s more than just your responsibilities. It’s…
How to Write a Successful Common App Activities List 2020
If it wasn’t obvious from the title, this is the place on your application where you list awards you’ve won and honors you’ve received. Here’s what Common App says: Do you wish to report any honors related to your academic achievements? So while the focus…
Seven Reasons Why You Should Apply to a Women’s College
Written with Aimee Kahn-Foss, Director of Admission, and Rachel West, Associate Director of Admission, at Agnes Scott College. For more information related to this post, check out their page, “Why a Women’s College?” or find them on Instagram. “As someone who made the decision to…
Essential Tips For Students with Learning Differences When Applying to College
Written by Marybeth Kravets, co-author of The K&W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Differences. Values and Strengths of Students with Learning Differences College-bound students with learning differences are not labels, but individuals. As I (Marybeth) like to say, “Labels are for jelly jars.”…
Essential Tips for Veterans Applying to College
Written with Bob Dannenhold (Collegeology/Application Navigation) What is the Post 9/11 GI Bill? The Post 9/11 GI Bill made more than 2 million service members eligible for the most generous veterans’ education entitlement program since World War II. But, unlike the original GI Bill, the…
College Application Timeline for International Students
Written by Tiffany Knight and Emily Dobson —Disclaimer: This timeline is focused on the US admissions process. If you are considering applying outside of the US, please note the respective country’s deadlines for applications and visas. THE YEAR BEFORE APPLYING TO COLLEGE AUGUST & SEPTEMBER…