Midterm/Exams- creating healthy habits

“It’s that time of the semester.” This phrase can say so much about how a student is feeling at that given moment. When I ask it to a friend, it’s normally because I can see the worn out look of long nights and stress. When I say it in response to my roommate’s...

Getting Organized for College

You’re finally a high school graduate and soon-to-be college freshman! While you may not be heading to campus until August, there are still a few things you can do to stay organized and to help make your transition as smooth as possible: 1. Send In Final Transcripts...

You Got Accepted — Now What?

This article was originally published on Big Future.  If you’ve received acceptance offers from more than one college, congratulations! Your hard work has paid off, and now you get to choose which college is best for you. Don’t worry about choosing that one perfect...

Learn About the AP Program

This article was originally published on Big Future.  Taking the College Challenge The College Board’s AP courses are college-level classes in a wide variety of subjects that you can take while still in high school. They offer you challenging course work and a taste...

Early Decision and Early Action Calendar

This article was originally published on Big Future.  If you’re planning to apply early decision or early action, follow these steps to stay on track. Junior Year January–June Take college admission tests. Visit colleges during spring break, if possible. Use College...

The Facts About Applying Early: Is It Right for You?

This article was originally published on Big Future.  About 450 colleges offer early admission plans. Under these plans, students can apply to colleges early — well before the usual deadline — and get a decision early. Some students who apply under these plans have a...