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High School Grades and Course Rigor in Admissions

October 13, 2025

What factors carry the most weight when college admissions officers are reviewing applications? Grades and course rigor.

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Does Volunteer Work Matter for College Admissions?

October 13, 2025

College applicants everywhere want to know, does volunteer matter for college admissions? The answer is yes but it’s more about the impact you make than the number of organizations in which you are involved.

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What Looks Good on a College Application?

October 9, 2025

What really looks good on a college application? Make an impact and demonstrate intellectual curiosity.

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10 Questions About The Best Ways To Get into College

July 8, 2025

Get answers to the 10 most often questions about how to get into college. What are the most important aspects of the college admission process that you should master?

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6 Ways a Parent Can Help with College Admissions

June 16, 2025

We want students to take charge of their educational journey. But here are 6 ways a parent can help with college admissions.

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The College Admissions Lifecycle: A Guide Through High School

January 28, 2025

Follow this grade-by-grade guide to the college admissions process through your high school years.

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College Admission Tips for 9th Grade

January 20, 2025

High school freshman should focus on grades and extracurriculars to set themselves up for success in the college admissions process.

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College Admissions: Where to Focus in the 10th Grade

January 14, 2025

Here are some college admission tips for 10th graders entering their second semester.

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College Admissions Planning for High School Juniors 

August 20, 2024

How should high school juniors begin preparing for college admissions? This article outlines what juniors can do to kickstart the college admissions process.

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Best Extracurricular Activities for College – Grown Up Examples

July 29, 2023

What are the best extracurricular activities for college? You might ask, “what are the best ways to explore your interests and contributed to the society and improve the world? Most adults have pastimes they enjoy. What are yours?

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