In just over a year, the University of California went from requiring standardized tests to omitting them altogether from its admissions considerations As a result of a recent legal settlement, the UC system cannot reinstate the SAT or ACT at all, and…
21 Critical Lessons for Entrepreneurs This two-hour video course by Docstoc CEO Jason Nazar takes his real-world experience and breaks it into several video lessons that discuss all the important steps of running a successful business, from vetting an idea…
Many Ivy League and other top-tier universities offer online classes to reach a wider audience. The best part is that many of these e-learning and development courses are free. My favorite Harvard University courses: Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasive Writing and…
Harvard admissions doesn’t appreciate applicants who are too techie or give off an arrogant vibe. It divides its applicant pool into “regular” and “special” groups. It actively scouts athletes, under-resourced students, and students from less-populated areas long before most teens…
If you’re a teenager aiming for a top college, believe it or not, it’s time to plan for summer. Competitive colleges expect much more than excellent grades and test scores. That means it’s essential for teens to develop their interests with…
One of the most important ways you can stand out from thousands of other applicants in the college admissions process is by highlighting the extracurriculars you’ve been involved with. This article is for parents who want to help their child…
Two-thirds of your child’s college application is based on what happens in 9th and 10th grade. Let that sink in for a moment. So, if your student is planning to do early applications—which you should definitely encourage—preparing for college during…
If you have questions on how to proceed with the college admissions process, check out this resource I created: How to Make a Final College Decision in the Wake of a Pandemic The latest news: Yield and Admit Rates Are…
My college essay students ask me the same question every year: “How do I write an essay that stands out to admissions?” In a recent Forbes Article, What’s The Most Popular College Application Essay Topic?, author Maureen Sullivan wrote: Nearly…