How can I stand out as an intern?

Jun 26, 2018 | Blog, Internships

You’ve landed your dream internship — but how can you be a great intern and leave a lasting impression? While having an internship or two under your belt will certainly impress admissions officers, it’s far more important to impress the people you’ll be...

How do I get started on my college essay?

Jun 14, 2018 | Blog, Writing

The college application essay, or personal statement, can be the deciding factor in getting into an elite college. With such a monumental and significant task at hand, it can be overwhelming to think about where (or how!) to begin, but it won’t be any easier to deal...

What should I do on my college visit?

Jun 5, 2018 | Blog

Why should I visit potential colleges? Will it help me get in? College tours and visits can be an incredibly valuable resource for gaining an understanding of a college. There are many other factors that determine a student’s success and happiness in college. It is...

How does getting credit for my AP Exams work?

May 17, 2018 | Blog

We unravel everything you need to know about how to get credit for all of your work below. How can I take AP Exams? When you take an Advanced Placement course, you have the opportunity to take the corresponding Advanced Placement Exam at the end of the year. While you...

Why should I take Advanced Placement courses?

May 7, 2018 | Blog, Courses

For the amount of stress and hard work that they necessitate, people often question the utility of AP courses. See our reasons for taking them below. Admittance to Top-Tier Universities For top-tier and Ivy League schools, you will need to take the most rigorous...