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College Visit Tips & QUESTIONS TO ASK ON A COLLEGE TOUR
To get the most out of a college visit, it’s important to prepare by researching the school and preparing a list of questions to ask students and staff. Read my list of tips and questions to consider asking.
High School class selection Tips
The high school transcript is almost always the most important piece in a student’s application. While an individual student’s abilities and interests must be considered, there are general tips for success.
WHY THE PSAT MATTERS
Colleges do not ask for PSAT scores or consider them in the admissions process, so why should students care about it? Read here for answers!
PACKING FOR COLLEGE: IDEAS and Checklists
PORTLAND SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
Whether you are a freshman just starting high school or a junior getting ready to apply to college, getting involved in volunteering is great way to give back to your community and bolster your college . It’s not to late to get involved!
10 College Essay Tips
Spending time on essays and applications during the summer (without the stress of ACT/SATs, high school coursework, and activities) is the key to a less stressful and more successful application process.
The Ultimate College Dorm Checklist with Free Printable
Everything from bedding basics and organizational items to kitchen supplies and the extras you might not think of, Raising Teens Today makes it easy by taking the guesswork out of dorm shopping!
THE STUDENT’S Guide To Managing Social Profiles
This guide helps students to begin thinking about how to craft their online brand through the use of social media, provides helpful tips on what’s appropriate, and gives insider tips on exactly what potential employers are looking for.
8 Majors With Great Job Prospects
When the time comes to choose a major, many college students are torn between going with a subject they're most interested in and choosing a field that will set them up for a plum job after graduation. The good news is that it's often possible to do both.
College Navigator
From the National Center for Education Statistics.
College Scorecard
Released by Obama administration Feb 2013.
College Data
Provides great information about what colleges are looking for in applicants, along with financial aid generosity.
Big Future
by The College Board provides tools to research colleges.
National Survey of Student Engagement
The annual survey provides an estimate of how undergraduates spend their time and what they gain from attending college.
Colleges With Late Deadlines
List of colleges accepting late applications.
Gap Year Programs
Information on experiential semester or year-long programs, typically taken between high school and college in order to deepen practical, professional, and personal awareness.
sat.collegeboard.org
The organization offering the AP Program, SAT, SAT Subject and PSAT Tests, along with resources and services in college readiness and college success.
www.actstudent.org
The organization offering the ACT college admissions test, along the PreACT and ACT Aspire tests.
Kristen’S SAT AND ACT TIPS
Including the NEW Digital SAT Resources