Writing the perfect college essay is often a matter of trial and error, as students try to craft a written masterpiece to get into the schools of their dreams. Whether it is a personal statement, a letter to the school about why one would like to attend, or an argumentative piece, students need the correct tools to finalize the draft …
College Essay Mistakes: How to Fix Them
Students’ dream schools are often very competitive and challenging to get into, and the difference between getting in and being the first rejected name on the waiting list can be a slight margin. Your resume or GPA could cause your rejection, but it’s more likely that college essay mistakes will prevent you from earning admission. Some of these mistakes are …
ACT Science: How to Improve Your Score
Similar to the SAT, the ACT features math, reading, and writing. However, the ACT is the only major standardized exam in the United States that features a designated science section. If you ever decide to take the ACT, you’ll want to learn the tips and tricks in this blog to help you get as close to a 36 as possible. …
College Essays: Different Types of Essays
One of the final and most impactful pieces of a college application is the essay. Past all of the statistics, colleges want to know more about the nuances of their students’ personalities, dreams, desires, plans after college, and more. Essays are an opportunity to showcase information not expressed through your GPA, test scores, or extracurriculars. Colleges will learn a lot …
SAT Reading: How to Improve Your Score
The SAT exam begins with the infamous Reading section, where students must answer 52 multiple choices about five passage sections in only 65 minutes. This section can seem daunting, as it is known to bring stress and nerves to test-takers. However, with the right strategies and mindset, you can start the 3-hour SAT journey on the right foot to power …
How to Make Your Own AP Study Schedule
Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams are a way for students to boost their resumes and get into a great college. While preparing for your APs may seem a little bit challenging at first, creating a study schedule may make it a lot easier when it comes down to balancing school work and studying for the AP exams. Format and …
Brainstorming Topics for Your College Essays
It can be intimidating to decide on topics for your college essays. Realistically, this is some of the most important writing you are likely to do as a high school student. The key to successfully approaching these essays is understanding the different types you’ll have to write. Then, you can use brainstorming exercises to determine some topics for those essays. …
How to Make Your Own SAT Study Schedule
The SAT is one of the most important standardized tests a student will take in high school, so it is best to go into the test feeling prepared. It may seem a little bit challenging at first, but creating a study schedule may make it a lot easier when it comes down to balancing school work, extracurriculars, and studying for …
ACT Math Hacks: Improve Your Score
Math can be a challenge for many students, especially when it comes to test-taking. For the ACT exam’s math section, it may seem like there are numerous formulas to memorize, concepts to learn, and computations to make. There is little margin for error and only a limited time to finish the questions, so it may feel impossible to score high …
How to Study for the PSAT: Make Your Own PSAT Study Plan
Parents and students often wonder how to study for the PSAT. While the PSAT may be less important than the SAT, that does not mean you can’t make your own PSAT study plan. Creating a schedule to prepare for the PSAT will help you succeed at this test and provide a playbook for when the student needs to begin studying …