by Cori Dykman | Aug 3, 2018 | Campus Tours, College Admissions
The more you know about each college, the better your ultimate decision will be. Ask questions and weigh your options. General Academics How much time do students typically spend on homework? How much writing and reading are expected? What is the average class size of...
by Cori Dykman | Jul 8, 2018 | College Admissions, Extra Curricular
Even if you are not majoring in art, music or film, supplements can enhance your application and paint a clearer picture of your passions, accomplishments, and personality for a college admissions counselor. Make Sure Your Potential Colleges Accept Additional...
by Cori Dykman | May 24, 2018 | College Admissions
Based on a College Board Article Colleges often ask for two or three recommendation letters from people who know you well. These letters should be written by someone who can describe your skills, accomplishments and personality. Colleges value recommendations because...
by Cori Dykman | Mar 4, 2018 | College Admissions
Plan a visit, if you can’t decide which college to go to after being accepted. Tour your student’s top options before May 1, when acceptance deposits are due. Have them sit in on a class, see if they can stay with students in a dorm, sample the dining hall...
by Cori Dykman | Feb 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
Check Graduation Rates Once you have a list of colleges that interest you, I recommend finding out what their graduation rates are. Sadly, the four year college graduation rate in the U.S. is 37%. For state colleges it is 31%. Since the main goal of college is...
