Koodoos Learning

MAY 6, 2020

No matter how strong your grades are or how high your SAT scores, admission isn’t guaranteed. There are a number of factors that go into your admissions decision. Here’s a list of factors in order from most important to least important, based on findings by the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC). 1. Grades in College Prep Courses As you consider whether to take AP courses, think about the impact of these courses on your college application.

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Admissions AP Credits Extracurricular SAT 130

Humbach Education Consulting

MAY 8, 2020

May 1st is traditionally the official end of the college application process – the finish line! And although this year it may seem like a lot remains up in the air, hopefully you can find some happiness in knowing that at least the applications are behind you. As you wind down senior year, now is the time to acknowledge the people who have made a difference in your high school experience.

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The Ivy Dean

MAY 4, 2020

Due to the continued restrictions in place to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, junior students are likely wondering what this means for the college admissions process. Though the outbreak of COVID-19 has certainly posed challenges and required amendments to the way colleges admit new students, the good news is that students do not need to be concerned that the pandemic will negatively impact their chances of getting accepted into their dream school.

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Ivy League Admissions SAT Standardized Testing 52

the college spy

MAY 2, 2020

Letters of recommendation are important because they put a college applicant’s transcript into a meaningful context. College admissions professionals often cite grades and academic rigor as the best predictors of academic success on the college level. But these two predictors do not tell the whole story. Grades and courses do not provide information about a student’s strengths, challenges, personality, character and work ethic—all of which are significant indicators of a student’s ability to be

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Letters of Recommendation Transcripts High School Semester 52

Humbach Education Consulting

MAY 8, 2020

How do you describe where you live? City? Suburb? Country? What aspects of your current location do you like or not like – and how far are you willing to go from home? As you explore colleges, one thing to consider is the location of the college. Location can make a significant impact on your college experience. Think about where you want to go to school.

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Internship 52

Humbach Education Consulting

MAY 8, 2020

Admission offers received – check! Enrollment decision made - check! What’s next? You’ll be getting a lot of information about next steps from your college for registration and orientation. Meanwhile, you might want to start a conversation with your parents about a spending money budget for college. Here are 6 money management tips for you to consider. 1.

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