by Lee Norwood | Apr 20, 2025 | Extra Curricular
Our students are currently discussing what they will do over the summer. This is an excellent time to show interest in your intended major, try something new, and recharge for the next school year. If your student is looking into highly selective colleges, Ivy-level...
by Lee Norwood | Oct 19, 2024 | Extra Curricular, Videos
#139 Showcasing Leadership in College Admissions with Lee...
by Lee Norwood | Sep 15, 2024 | College Admissions, Extra Curricular, Senior Year
Be specific: When describing your activities in the Common App, provide detailed information about each one. Mention the name of the activity or organization you were involved in, and explain your role and responsibilities within it. For example, if you were part of a...
by Lee Norwood | Aug 17, 2024 | College Admissions, Extra Curricular
Ahoy, future college stars! If you’re looking to make a splash in the college admissions pool, you’re going to need more than just strong grades and test scores. Admissions officers are on the lookout for students who not only excel in the classroom but also...
by Lee Norwood | Jun 7, 2023 | Extra Curricular
Did you know that your student can only add 10 activities to their Common App and that they only have 100 characters to describe what they accomplished? That is NOT a lot of real estate to showcase your amazing student. 10 slots and only 100 characters is just not...
by Cori Dykman | Jun 1, 2023 | College Admissions, Extra Curricular, Junior Year
What are you passionate about? If you interview with an admissions counselor or attend an information session, this question will inevitably come up. But what do colleges really mean when they ask this question? How can you showcase your passions on your application?...
