College is an amazing experience but nerve-wracking for many students in the beginning because of how unfamiliar it is. Make that transition from high school to college easier with these five college first year tips to follow on day one. Don’t forget to check out SAT prep and ACT prep courses we offer before applying to colleges. Make Class Your Top Priority As a brand-new student, you’ll be faced with…

Part of the college freshman experience is living in a dorm for the first time. It can be an adjustment to share a new small space with a stranger, but it doesn’t have to be so bad with planning. Here are a few dorm room ideas and tips that will help you save both space and money. If you haven’t done it yet, take a minute to learn about our…

There are currently a little over 100 schools recognized as “Historically Black Colleges and Universities” (HBCUs) by the US Department of Education. Our HBCU schools list below highlights them, from the more well-known institutions to those you may not have been aware of previously. Take a moment to learn more about our SAT prep and ACT prep courses today. What Defines An HBCU? The official designation was established by Congress…

If you, or your student, are seeking financial aid for college, then the first step is filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as the ‘FAFSA’. Take a moment to review these quick FAFSA tips for parents and students alike, when filling it out for the first time. Take a second to learn what we offer in terms of SAT prep and ACT prep courses today.…

The difference between paying a lot of money on college or not often depends on whether you’re paying an in-state or out-of-state tuition rate. Take a minute to learn the basics of in-state vs out-of-state tuition, and how you can save money using the rules. Take a minute to learn more about our various SAT prep and ACT prep courses today. Why Does Out-Of-State Tuition Cost More? The short answer…

You’ve submitted your application to your dream school. You’re excited, you’re ready to hear the good word…and then you receive a letter from the school saying that you’ve made it to their waitlist… The college waitlist doesn’t mean it is the end of your college application. It just means you still have a chance. Here are a few tips to improve your college waitlist chances. Don’t be afraid to learn…

Colleges need to get to know you when deciding whether or not to admit you. They need an idea of who you are outside of your test scores and transcripts. That’s where the Personal Statement comes in. Here are 3 insights into the Personal Statement format, along with 7 tips on how to write an effective one that accurately reflects you. Before applying to college, take a minute to check…

Going to college is like entering a relationship; even with the best intentions, the fit may not be right. Just because you are accepted and attend one school, that fact doesn’t prevent you from transferring to another institution if it’s not the right school for you. If you ever consider transferring between schools, bear in mind our 10 college transfer tips on how to approach this change efficiently and successfully.…

We know many students who have freaked out over the college interview process, and we get it. Interviews are often nerve-wracking, whether it’s going out for a sports team, auditioning for a show, a standard job interview, or…the dreaded admissions interview. Don’t sweat it though; here are a number of common college interview questions that will help train your mind and confidence for the big day. Don’t forget to also…

Don’t freak out over the college interview. We know being put in front a stranger that can affect your dream school hopes is stressful. It doesn’t need to be though, as long as you approach it with focus and a game plan. Here are 10 college interview tips that are easy to use and will help you ace that meeting. Don’t forget to also check out our SAT prep and…