College Deferral: A Cyclical Limbo of Hope and Cognitive Dissonance

by Dallas Simms, The University of Virginia , '17

Deferred. Often the grey area that rarely gets discussed, deferred isn’t a yes or a no. Rather, it’s a slap in the face that feels much more like a no than a yes. The admission counselor read my application and wasn’t impressed. They shrugged their shoulders and threw...

Application Timeline: When to Apply to College

by Matt Rubinoff

This article is published in the 2014 I’m First Guide to College Before senior year begins (or as soon as possible after!) it’s time to plan out your application timeline. Before you do that, however, it’s important to be aware of the various types of deadlines...

Happy New Year!

by Michael Faikes, College of Charleston, '17

Happy 2014 everyone! I hope y’all enjoyed your break as much as I did. I mean, it did mostly consist of food, video games and overall relaxation, but that’s all I could ask for. Even though being a student is hard work year-round, there is nothing wrong with allowing...

Tips for a Better Personal Statement

by Matt Rubinoff

You may have been accepted into college—but the work doesn’t stop there. Whether you are a junior in high school, applying to 10 different schools, or a college senior, learning how to write a better, more effective personal statement is crucial. An essay prompt/cover...

Get to Know the I’m First Dashboard

by I'm First Administrator

On April 22, we held a Google+ Hangout discussing our new web app for first-gen students and their supporters, the I’m First Dashboard! Chelsea Jones, Student Support Associate, along with Tiare Dunlap, Student Programs Assistant, gave an introduction and...