All in Common Application
Writing the college essay is one of the most daunting tasks high school students face in applying to college. It is so important, and it feels like an impossible task: write an essay that will show how amazing you are without saying, that’s right, how amazing you are.
There are a lot of misconceptions about college interviews. Some people come into the college application process thinking that every college interviews students– no. Some think that interviews are a crucial part of college admissions– sometimes yes, mostly no. The vast majority of colleges and universities in the US do not interview students; however, for those that do, the purpose, focus, and timing can vary greatly, depending on the school. A good rule of thumb is this:
You have submitted your first college applications– CONGRATULATIONS! 🎉 After that huge rush of activity, you may be wondering what to do now. This blog covers your checklist of things to remember, and common mistakes to avoid.
To be ready to apply to all schools, a student should have requested letters of recommendation, developed a thoughtful college list, and written the personal essay. If your student is still working on the personal essay, here is our best guidance on writing it.
Writing the college essay is one of the most daunting tasks high school students face in applying to college. It is so important, and it feels like an impossible task: write an essay that will show how amazing you are without saying, that’s right, how amazing you are.
The PSAT is offered to juniors as part of the National Merit Scholar (NMS) search process. Some schools offer the PSAT to sophomores and even freshmen for early practice. Those early tests are not part of the NMS search process.
This post tackles many common questions on filling out the Common App, including: How do I know what my GPA scale is, what my class rank is, what is a FERPA waiver and should I sign it?
The Common Application officially opens for college admissions season on August 1 each year. This means that you can start your applications right away by following these steps.
