A Helping Hand
This time of year, nearly all seniors wish they had started on their college applications earlier. Some are even starting to panic. ...
(Small) Change for the Better
The Common App was down all last week, readying essay questions and tweaks for another onslaught of new applicants. Starting today, more...
Ah, Summer -- Essay Time!
In most parts of the country, spring is slowly blossoming into summer. Finally, a chance to change gears, experience a more relaxed...
Is "Test Optional" Really An Option?
More and more colleges are allowing students to complete their applications without submitting SAT or ACT scores. FairTest lists more...
And They're Off!
The new college season officially opens today with the activation of the Common Application for 2016 admissions. Here are a few things...
The More Things Change . . .
Years ago we applied to college using paper forms, a typewriter, #10 envelopes and snail mail. Today’s applicants have no problems...