Category Archives: Your Profile

Supplementary Materials

Posted on October 17, 2017 by

You may be considering sending additional information in support of your application. Supplementary materials can enhance a strong application and may help tip the admission decision in your favor.  However, submit supplements only if you feel very strongly that this … Continue reading →

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How Social Media Can Help (or Hurt) Your Admissions Process

Posted on March 21, 2017 by

The image you present of yourself on different social media sites paints a picture of who you appear to be. Think about whether this is the person you really are and consider if this is the you college admissions committees … Continue reading →

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5 Things To Do This Summer

Posted on April 5, 2016 by

Summer is swimming, relaxing, lying on the beach, lemonade and watermelon and bbqs. Summer is also the perfect time to figure out where your interests lie, further expand your involvement in current activities and have some new experiences too.  What … Continue reading →

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How To Win (Or Lose) Acceptance: Managing Your Social Media Presence

Posted on March 15, 2016 by

Your presence on social media sites conveys an image of yourself. Think about whether this is the person you really are and consider if this is the you college admissions committees will want to get to know. According to Kaplan … Continue reading →

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Should You Submit Supplementary Materials?

Posted on November 17, 2015 by

Supplementary materials can enhance a strong application and may help tip the admission decision in your favor.  However, use discretion when deciding whether to send additional information in support of your application.  Think about how many applications, including essays, test … Continue reading →

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What Are You Doing This Summer?

Posted on April 28, 2015 by

Read. Work. Intern. Volunteer. Travel. Study at a university. Participate in a research project. Summer is the time to further expand your interests and to have new experiences too. Consider the following when making your plans: Look to build new … Continue reading →

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Juniors: Keep Up The Good Work

Posted on March 4, 2015 by

Juniors, you have so much to think about this year— schoolwork, athletic recruiting events, community service and all the demands of applying to college. Make things easier by planning ahead. Stay focused on your schoolwork: With all that you do, it’s … Continue reading →

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