What’s a good score on the SAT?
This is a good, and a very common, question! Our answer is simple: Whatever score gets you into the college you want. It may seem cliché, but it’s the best answer we can give for such a question. The SAT is not a measure of your worth or intelligence. It’s just one part of the complicated decision process admissions officers use to figure out whether or not you’re a good fit for their school. The score you need to get into a particular school may be completely different from the score your friend needs. And,… Continue Reading
The College Personal Statement
Applying for college can be a tiring and stressful process. Everything you have done in high school has boiled down to this moment – when you send your GPA, test scores, and extracurricular activities to your dream schools. However, almost all applicants have these numbers, so what really sets applicants apart is the personal statement. While reading your essay, admissions officers aren’t looking to see how your numbers stack up. They want to know about the unique qualities that only you have. Because, trust me, you have them. In many cases, the personal statement is… Continue Reading