Although each college and university will look for different qualities in their prospective students, there is some overlap as to what you can do to help your chances of being accepted.
If you work for too long without a break, you’ll burn out and lose focus; if you take too long of a break, you’ll have a hard time getting back into the flow of studying. Here are some fun and beneficial study breaks that will help you up your concentration.
cramming is about as effective as synchronizing your study schedule with the alignment of celestial bodies when it comes to preparing for tests like the SAT and ACT.
One of the most difficult parts of writing a college essay is picking a topic that is unique to you. If the topic and content of the essay aren’t things that only you could write about, admissions officers have probably read at least a dozen essays similar to yours.
There are some students who seem to study less than their classmates, yet somehow do remarkable better. How do they do it? These students have figured out smarter ways to learn. Here are some key insights into how to take your studying to the next level.
While the two tests assess similar skills, there are key differences between the tests that can play to a student’s test-taking strengths. In order to maximize your performance, you should study for and take the test that is most suited to your strengths.
You’re officially a rising senior in high school. College may seem light years away or right around the corner. Either way, the summer is both a time for relaxation and a time to get a head start on college tours, college applications, and standardized test preparation.
As we move into college admissions, brainstorming is an important place to start. Think of your personality traits, strengths and unique experiences. Recommendations are to focus on what makes you unique and interesting.
In the final days before taking a big test like the SAT® or SAT Subject Test®, it’s important to remain focused on your goals. Students will show off their hard work and knowledge in the test room.
It's the season for college applications! With deadlines just around the corner, many Zinkerz seniors are in the midst of hitting “SUBMIT” to their futures as they now await the fate of where they will call home for the next four years. It goes without saying that the college application process is endless. The Common...
