Spring Break is the perfect opportunity for high school students to get ahead. Use this time to focus on test prep, college planning, and ticking off those to-do lists. Being proactive now will make managing springtime challenges a breeze!
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Dartmouth's recent decision to reinstate ACT®/SAT® score requirements for admissions sends a strong message about the value of standardized testing. As other institutions take notice, students must strategically prepare and understand the impact their test scores can have on their acceptance into their desired schools.
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2023 standardized test score data has made it abundantly clear that getting our 2024 high school seniors ready for college is a big task—are your students prepared?
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High-quality letters of recommendation can enhance a student’s college portfolio and elevate their chances of getting accepted to their dream school. Find out more about what admissions officers are looking for.
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A college essay is a student’s chance to show the admissions committee what they will add to the academic community. Taking the time to create a memorable essay will undoubtedly make their application catch the eye of the admissions panel of their dream school.
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Achievements shouldn’t just be listed. Students can create a multidimensional representation of themselves with a college portfolio that showcases their creativity and ingenuity through a variety of creative works.
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Help your students gain a competitive edge in the college application process by creating a well-crafted résumé and cover letter that highlights their high school career and potential for future success.
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A college portfolio can help students impress college admissions committees with a holistic view of their personal accomplishments—both academic and extracurricular.
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Discover why fall is the opportune time for students to achieve their target scores on the ACT® and SAT®, maximizing their chances of college admission.
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A crucial part of our students’ future academic success is in finding the right college fit.
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ACT Research’s recently published survey emphasizes the crucial role of tutors in continuing to provide support to high school students whose academic careers have been deeply impacted by the pandemic.
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With summer break upon us, rising juniors have plenty of time to find ways to relax and recharge while also getting involved in some beneficial activities that will unquestionably give their college applications a boost!
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For rising sophomores, right now is a stellar time to start planning for college and reap the benefits of their early efforts.
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As we approach the season of new beginnings, move our clocks forward, and keep our umbrellas at the ready, we need to prepare our students for the spring challenges ahead. One major task that cannot be overlooked is registering for one of the upcoming ACT® or SAT® tests.
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The University of California Board of Regents have recently approved a plan which many are touting as the death knell of college admissions tests.
It’s not.
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A standout college application demonstrates as much success and accomplishment outside of the classroom as inside. With so many extracurricular options, students can easily become overwhelmed and miss out on great chances to build their resume.
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Total Student Support’s Virginia Ruehrwein is back again to continue to provide you with college admissions info for you to share with students and parents.
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Total Student Support’s Virginia Ruehrwein is back with more college admissions info that tutors need to know and be able to share with students and parents. This blog post kicks off our admissions calendar, focusing first on junior year: the most critical time period in the college admissions process!
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