5 Tips for Making College Applications Easier
You are on your way! You’ve got your college list finalized, common app essay completed, recommendations requested, and with applications around the corner you’ll soon be finished the college application process. These 5 tips will help you stay organized and on track.
- Set up Application Plans. Know what is needed to make a complete application at each college you are applying to. Recommendations? Transcripts? Essays? Make a list to keep track of requirements for each school.
- Check Application Deadlines. Early Action, Early Decision or Priority Deadline? Record the application deadline the you are using for each school on your calendar. Don’t forget – you can only apply to one school as an Early Decision applicant.
- Follow Directions and Proofread. It sounds simple but carefully check the directions for each application. You don’t...
Five Tips for Making College Applications Easier
You are on the home stretch! Only a few more weeks and your college applications will soon be done. Here are 5 ways you can keep sane during these last few weeks!
- Set up Application Plans. Know what is needed to make a complete application at each college you are applying to. Need recommendations? Transcripts? Essays? Make a list to keep track of.
- Check Application Deadlines. How many Early Action, Early Decision or Priority applications are you submitting? Don’t forget – you can only apply to one school as an Early Decision applicant.
- Organize your calendar. Create a calendar with due dates for applications and other tasks you need to complete for your applications.
- Track Progress. Feel a sense of pride and relief as you check off each task, knowing you are one step closer to getting in to college.
- Keep in touch with an advisor or teacher. Enlist the help of others. Your school or advisor...
SAT Subject Based Test Questions & Answers
SAT Subject tests are based on the curriculum you have in class. It's an opportunity to demonstrate your mastery of a particular subject. According to the College Board,
"The SAT Subject Tests offer you an additional opportunity to show colleges what you know and what you know you can do. Many colleges use the SAT Subject Tests for admission, for course placement, and to advise students about course selection. Some colleges specify the SAT Subject Tests that they require for admission or placement; others allow applicants to choose which tests to take."
Make plans now to include SAT Subject tests as part of your college planning process.
