by Lee Norwood | Apr 9, 2020 | College Admissions
Part 2 An increasing number of selective colleges are beginning to scrutinize how applicants spend their summers during high school. Some parents, in response to this trend, have blown thousands of dollars on summer programs that may provide for an enriching...
by Lee Norwood | Apr 5, 2020 | College Admissions, Extra Curricular
Part 1 The most important thing to do in the summer is something which you feel will help you grow and discover your strengths. Look at gaps that you have in your college profile and try a new activity. Do something meaningful and worthwhile during the summer, along...
by Austin Curwen | Nov 29, 2019 | College Admissions
Studies show these are effective ways to achieve better test results: Write your own study guide. It will help you evaluate the material and makes it easier for you to remember. Write down key points you need to remember for the test. Run it by your teacher. This way...
by Lee Norwood | Nov 25, 2019 | College Admissions
First-Year Experience First-year experience programs have been shown to improve Freshman retention rates. These classes bring together smaller groups of students with faculty with a goal of improving student success while focusing on a specific subject. This...
by Lee Norwood | Sep 16, 2019 | College Admissions
With the financial burden of college tuition weighing upon students and parents alike, the need for scholarships has become more important. While it seems simple enough to find scholarships, the process of finding good matches can seem like a daunting task. What are...
by Austin Curwen | Jun 3, 2019 | College Admissions
by Emilie Mobley, June 2019 1. College Roommate=Friend? Maybe, maybe not. Surviving and thriving as a freshman can be rooted in maintaining a healthy roommate relationship. Your dorm room is your home, and the person(s) you share it with is an important part of...
by Cori Dykman | May 29, 2019 | Student Life
The HIPAA Privacy Rule Can Get in Your Way By Susan Feinstein, July 23, 2016 Important Documents Moms and dads who still think of themselves as protectors and advisers, even after their children become legal adults, often don’t consider the real-world implications of...
by Lee Norwood | May 22, 2019 | Student Life
By Lee Norwood 1. Your Attendance The easy peasy way to ensure success is to show up for class and sit in the front. This will help with focus! Your attendance is a strong predictor of future success. And at the cost per credit hour you are paying…it makes sense...
by Lee Norwood | May 16, 2019 | College Admissions
Your high school counselor can be a great ally in assisting you during the college application process. A Letter of Recommendation is one way your counselor can show support. So how does s/he know what to write? Apart from meeting with you, guidance counselors use...
