When is the “optional” college application essay not required?
Many college applications such as Emory University will include questions described as “optional.” Emory’s Optional Essay: Please write exactly five sentences that best describe you. Does this really...
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During a recent talk to high schools, Peter V. Johnson, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions at Columbia University stated elegantly: “We do not admit statistics to an institution. We admit people to an...
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Are you applying to The University of Chicago this Fall?
The University of Chicago has been know for some of the most creative, thought-provoking application essay prompts. If you will be a high school senior in the Class of 2015, you can sneak a peek at the...
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Top 5 Checklist for college-bound 10th graders
Sophomore year is a great time to jumpstart the college admissions process. If you have taken any standardized test by this point or submitted your contact information online, then it’s highly likely...
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3 easy tips to write your Personal Statement and get admitted
Many of my seniors who are applying to state universities will complete a personal statement for their application, rather than respond to an essay prompt. The types of prompts on the Common...
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Too Soon to Visit Colleges?
Parents ask me all the time “Is it too soon to go on a campus visit?” Unfortunately, the parents who usually ask that question are indeed asking too soon. There is such thing as too soon for campus...
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3 Hot Tips for Common App w/ Juicy Inside!
You have likely heard about the Common Application and have some questions about what it means for your college bound teen. As a general overview, the Common Application officially started in the 70s....
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4 Tips to Help your Teen Study Better
It is best to start building study habits in the middle school years because poor study habits will quickly come to light during high school when the demands of high school academics and homework load...
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5 College Application Deadlines Every Parent Must Understand
I get questions all the time from parents who want to discuss application deadlines. These deadlines are super-important because they can make a difference in where your teen is admitted and how much...
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4 Tips to Help your College-bound Teen Get Organized
4 Tips to Help your College-bound Teen Get Organized by The Education Doctor https://compasscollegeadvisory.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/P2P-Get-organized.m4a The post 4 Tips to Help your...
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#61: How to help your Teen Write Better
When it comes to the college admissions process, writing is a very important skill to have. When your teen is applying to college they will submit essays, personal statements, and writing samples....
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How juniors can get best teacher recommendations before their first college...
As an upperclassmen, the high school junior may be more well-respected on campus and expected to take on more mature qualities to model to freshmen and sophomore classmates. One of those qualities is...
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Top 5 tips for a Stress-free Campus Visit
Many families who take their teen on campus visits, usually visit several colleges at once to make the most of their time away. While it may save time to do these marathon visits, seeing several...
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#3: Should my teen take SAT Subject Test?
During a recent talk with parents of 11th graders, a question was asked about the SAT Subject Test. The parent asked verbatim: What is a subject test? That question reminded me to not take for granted...
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Help your Teen Ace the ACT or SAT
Help your Teen Ace the ACT or SAT by The Education Doctor http://compasscollegeadvisory.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/P2P-Test-taking.m4a The post Help your Teen Ace the ACT or SAT appeared first on...
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Campus visits this spring for college-bound Juniors
Spring is a great time for high school juniors to visit college campuses. Many colleges offer special events for juniors to preview their campuses and learn more about college life. Here are several...
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Why summer college campus visits make sense for high school juniors
Whether you are starting junior year or just finished junior year of high school, this summer is a great time to visit college campuses. Many colleges offer summer visit schedules. Although there may...
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Get The Most From Your Freshman Year Of College
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A Gap Year Abroad – Is This An Option For College-Bound Student?
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How To Be A Successful College Student
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