Getting In the Door: Finding the College of Your Choice

Applying for college is an intimidating task for any student. Unlike high school, where classes and curriculum are relatively simple and straightforward, college attendance is a drastic and often frightening change for both parents and students. The first step is to start discussions with high school counselors and teachers. Is there a particular field of interest? Those already in the academic world will likely have beneficial advice and recommendations that make this process easier. It’s... Read more »

College Planning - Completing Your Law School Personal Statement

Writing your law school application personal statement can be as nerve-wracking as preparing for the LSAT exam. You probably feel as though much of your future hinges on getting accepted into the college of your choice. Even the smartest of undergraduates struggle to find the right words to say. Before the panic attacks start, try this advice first. Consider the purpose of a law school personal statement, which is two-fold. First, you must try to convince an admissions committee that your accomplishments... Read more »

The College Admissions Process - Everything You Need to Know

Do you have a son or daughter that’s getting ready to think about life after high school? They probably think the rest of their life hinges on their upcoming quest to find a college, and in a way, it does. But, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here is what you need to know to help them make the right decisions along the way. First things first, you need to get your son or daughter signed up to take the SATs, ACTs, or possibly both. Look at the required testing for admission consideration... Read more »

Are First Impressions Final

Your college application, like the personal essay, is an integral part to your acceptance. Regardless of what is assumed, the “first impression,” holds much influence over the admissions staff. It is imperative that you use utmost caution and discrimination when you embark on this process. The Admissions Staff will view your application as a guide of your commitment to your studies. A poorly written application will look careless and apathetic, an impression you want to avoid. Your application... Read more »

The Perfect College For You

Is your teenager having trouble narrowing down their list of potential colleges? Are they having trouble finding the perfect school? Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each college. Sit down with them, and make a list about the positive and negative features of each school. For example, are you looking for a school near home or somewhere distant? Unless you live far from any major cities, there is probably a college within thirty miles. Some of the highest ranked schools are in smaller... Read more »

Completing the Graduate School Essay

When you are working on your application for graduate school, you will inevitably reach this area: the Graduate School Personal Essay. This summary is an influential and powerful statement that may hold more influence than test scores or previous education. A concise and eloquent statement tells the admissions staff many things about you. This is your opportunity to highlight all your positive qualities. Are you attempting to further your career to help others? To open opportunities for communities... Read more »

Finding A Gift For Someone Going Away To College

When you hear that someone has received a college admission and is going out of the state to take that first step into the real world, you would like to give them a special piece of remembrance. But think for a moment and realize that a practical gift is what will be appreciated most at a time like this since there are so many things to be bought and so many different aspects to be considered and that too in an emotional and apprehensive frame of mind that something is likely to be missed out. In... Read more »

Arizona State University Offers Fun in the Sun

The metropolitan areas are indeed gifted with four Arizona State University campuses namely: the Tempe Campus, West Campus, Polytechnic Campus, and the Downtown Phoenix campus. Despite the impersonality of today’s modern metropolitan living and culture, the Arizona State University manages to form a united community of individuals coming from differentiated backgrounds. Moreover, the university is teemed with students from all over the nation and all over the world. Many students come to... Read more »

FAFSA: Making It as Easy as Possible to Get Federal Student Aid

The cost of college education continues to increase at a rate well above the growth rate of average American income. Federal student aid is therefore an important part of getting a college education for most students in the U.S. To get help from the government paying for your education, you need to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (”FAFSA”). In addition to the federal government, state governments, schools and other financial institutions will also use the information... Read more »

What Should High School Athletes Look for When Choosing Their College

As a former college sports coach i was often amazed at how little research some student-athletes did when it came to selecting their school. College can be some of the best years of your life and if you get it wrong they can also provide you with some bad experiences. I know that most athletes are controlled by the “money factor” when it comes to choosing schools but you should still understand the various types of schools on offer and which one is best for you. If you are thinking about... Read more »