Raise your hand if you made a New Years Resolution (..if anyone notices just say you're stretching..) Now, raise it even higher if you think you're going to keep it. Congrats extra hand raisers, you just took your first step toward ensuring success! Pat yourself on the back with that hand now. It all really starts with what we think is going to happen. The moment you put your hand up, you activated all sorts of happy parts of your brain. You know you felt it. If you didn't

College applications can be hard for any high school student to complete, even if they know and meet all their expected deadlines. You have to submit admissions essays, results of your SAT and/or ACT test, partial and full high school transcripts, letters of recommendation, and maybe even a portfolio. Each school you apply to has different requirements to follow. In this article, we will help you understand the most common type of deadlines you will see when applying to coll

Everyone wants to succeed in college but not everyone does. While you cannot predict your GPA, especially since there is an element of chance or luck when submitting assignments in the liberal arts due to the subjectivity of the fields, you can succeed. In fact, by learning how to learn and prepare yourself to tackle the academic demands of college work, you can improve your chances at getting higher grades throughout college. Here are the most common skills you can develop

How do I get into a good college? Yikes! It's time to start putting together those applications. No pressure or anything.. they just have a fair chance of determining the course of the rest of your life. Yeah I know, you're not old enough to vote yet but you're expected to make such a huge decision? Anyone else about to have a panic attack? Okay, okay, calm down. The truth? It's not that much of a big deal. If you don't get into your top school (or any school), the world st

Whether you have a test coming up in three months, or even two weeks, you can study well enough to get a desirable grade. Following this guide will allow you to do so, by using the many resources that are available to you, from your class notes, to helpful resources on the Internet, to study groups and teachers’ office hours, and more. A student coach can provide you with relevant resources to prepare for your tests. Step 1: Rifle Through Your Class Notes Your teachers are

I know, it is summer and you are having so much fun hanging out with friends or just taking some time off before you go back to high school in September. However, this is also the prime time to get ready and organized for the new academic year. In this article, we will help you set your academic goals and show you some available online resources to help you achieve your goals. For a detailed plan, you should consult with a student coach. How to Set Academic Goals By the las

Four Tips to Help You Write a Better Admissions Essay It will be uncommon that you will find a college admissions application that does not include an admissions essay. However, there is no need to fear. Your essay is not being graded so much as it will be understood to be a reflection of your personality, your drive, and your mission. The purpose of a good admissions essay is to make your application stronger, and provide meaning to your interest in seeking admission. It d

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Everyone has different reasons for studying what they study in college. There is no one perfect track or major, and each degree has different benefits for those studying it. While many people like to study Liberal Arts, others like to study STEM. These are not mutually exclusive. Many students either major in both or take classes in different tracks to diversify their knowledge. A professional student coach can help you pick the classes you want so you can achieve the educati

Applying to college can be daunting for even the most prepared high school student and graduates. No matter how many extra-curricular activities you participate in or how high your grades are, you may feel there is constant room for improvement. If you are like most high school students, you are probably preparing your application years earlier than when you are submitting it. It is common for students in grades ten and eleven to attend SAT workshops, learn a musical instrum