College Admissions 101

Choosing High School Classes: What to Sign Up for

When signing up for high school classes, what do admissions officials look for? How do they “rate” classes for admission? We get that question often, and we are going to address choosing high school classes in depth in this blog post.  We will discuss exactly what...

What Happens if You Make a College Application Mistake? How to Fix a Mistake on Your Common App

Nobody's perfect, but when you fill out your college application, you likely want to come pretty darn close to it. But if you do wake up in the middle of the night in a sweat (and wake the entire house by yelling, “I made a mistake on my college application!”) do not...

Now What Do I Do? How to Deal with College Rejection

That "thanks but no thanks" email, or back in the day, the no-padding letter: No matter the form, receiving a college rejection letter is no fun at all. However the most important thing you need to remember is that a college rejection is not a reflection of your...

How to Get into College with a Low GPA: Tips and Strategies for Success

Are you asking, "Can I still get into college with a low GPA?" Never fear. You can still achieve a college degree! (Do not let anyone tell you that you cannot.) If you might find this difficult to believe, read on to learn more about how to get into college with a low...