A piece of advice that high-achieving students often hear is that they should take AP classes. And that’s completely correct– you should be taking AP classes if your school offers them! AP, short for Advanced Placement, is an international program administered by the College Board, the same organization that administers the SAT. AP classes are more demanding than typical high school courses, but the benefits are immense.  One of the…

What do you need to prepare for college? You might think you need things for your dorm, your textbooks, your class materials. And you do need those things, but before any of that– before you take any tests, before you submit a single application, you need to have goals. And what’s more, these goals need to be specific. You need to know your why. On its own, getting into a…

Hoya saxa! Georgetown University is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States. The first federally chartered university, it boasts a 235-year history of excellence and is the alma mater of 2 US presidents (Lyndon B Johnson and Bill Clinton), 25 state governors, more than 450 members of Congress, and even international royalty. In short, if you have political ambitions, this might just be your dream…

For many students applying to colleges, standardized testing just makes sense. Even if your dream school dropped the requirement, there’s no guarantee they won’t bring it back– and if you don’t take the ACT or SAT, you are missing out on some massive scholarship opportunities. Both schools and testing centers offer the opportunity to take tests, making it easier than ever to access the exams– but which one should you…

College admissions, especially to elite institutions like Princeton or Yale, often feel very mysterious and vague. There’s so much that goes into an admissions decision, and every year, thousands of students with exceptional grades, impressive extracurriculars, and high test scores compete for a limited number of spots. But what are the real secrets to standing out and getting accepted? Today, we’re going to reveal some of the lesser-known strategies and…

For a brief period, many colleges and universities hopped on the trend of dropping standardized testing requirements for incoming freshmen. However, this trend has reversed just as quickly, and many schools have already reinstated testing, or will be reinstating it in the coming years. Is your top choice among them? Top Universities That Have Reinstated Testing The shift back to standardized testing has been most notable among some of the…

Many students feel intimidated by the thought of applying to selective Ivy League schools like Yale. But, the application process doesn’t have to be scary! As long as you know what to expect and start preparing early, you can develop a stellar application that catches the eye of the admissions committee. In this guide, I’ll tell you everything you need to know about the Yale admissions process, including what they…

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in STEM, I have no doubt you’ve already heard of MIT, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In fact, given its reputation for having world-famous physical science and engineering programs, it might even be on your list of top schools! This guide will tell you everything you need to know about the current MIT admission requirements, including a detailed overview of the entire application process…

Many students want to attend Ivy League schools like Princeton, and for good reason. Princeton is known for its rigorous academics, prestigious faculty, and the great outcomes its students see after graduation. It is one of the most sought-after institutions of higher learning in the world. Securing your spot at Princeton is no small feat, and understanding the admissions requirements is crucial for prospective students aiming to join its ranks. …

Applying to college is overwhelming no matter what schools are on your list, but you might find yourself sweating a little bit more than your classmates if you decide to apply to a selective school like Stanford University. However, putting your application together doesn’t have to be as scary as it seems! In this guide, I will tell you everything you need to know about current admission requirements for Stanford…