When it comes to transcripts, nothing but “official” will do for your permanent file, though “unofficial” transcripts are sometimes permissible for initial admissions purposes. It’s important for you to understand the distinction so that you stay mindful of what’s required by the published deadlines. In general, an “official” transcript is a unique,...

Special Concerns for International Admissions From the Registrar… There are extra steps for the foreign-educated student seeking admission into a U.S. University. Both the high school transcript and any university coursework, or equivalent, must be evaluated document-by-document by a foreign educational credential evaluation service. The reason for this requirement...

Processes and Deadlines Now that you’ve been on visits and have asked specific questions, you’re ready to start looking into the application process. Carefully review the application process at each school you’re applying to. Early Action, Early Decision, Rolling Admission are 3 very unique processes that you must understand before you apply. Early Decision....

You’re already ahead of the game if you’re reading this blog…you are with the best test prep program around! I’m here to give you some inside information to prepare for the oft-feared exam… Study. Don’t take this lightly. Speaking from experience- After going into my first SAT empty-handed, I came out just about the same. Seeing that score motivated me...

Don’t underestimate the value of research during the college decision process! Before you begin the application to your desired schools, you need to know more about the process: What documents does your school need from you? When do you have to submit the application and documents? What will you know their decision? How you will be notified? E-mail? U.S. mail?...

Jump starting your college education is possible before ever arriving on your college campus and without ever leaving your high school campus. Last week I highlighted dual enrollment as one popular means to earn college credit while in high school. But more and more students arrive on campus with a bowlful of Credit by Examination Alphabet Soup… I’m referring to...

Now that you’ve been able to digest last week’s material, let’s dive into assessing the data you collected (or should have by now). The single most important aspect of choosing a school starts with the campus visit. Most schools encourage you to set up a visit/meeting prior to arriving so they can accommodate any and all of your requests. This is the beginning...