Late High School

Six Essential Resources for Community College Transfer Students

Transferring from a community college to a four-year institution is a big step, full of new challenges and exciting opportunities. From...

PSAT & National Merit Scholarship Explained: How to Qualify, Score, and Maximize Benefits

In this video, we break down everything you need to know about qualifying for a National Merit Scholarship, from test prep to application.

How taking humanities classes helps with admissions to top STEM programs at universities

Fireside chat with SK Mentor Tessa Conrardy Tessa underlines the importance of taking initiative in academic assignments and college...

Exploring Career Paths and College Majors

As a high school student, it can be overwhelming to think about what career you want to pursue and which college major will help you...

Navigating the College Research Process and Visiting Schools

Choosing a college is one of the most important decisions a high school student will make, and the college search process can be...

What You Shouldn’t Miss In Your Supplemental Essays

Admissions officers are trained to look for the "fit." Remember this: The ad-com dude wants to help you, but only if you help him....

Full-ride scholarship strategies

Many full-ride scholarships have similar eligibility requirements, so making yourself a great candidate for one will often make you a...

Schools that offer NO MERIT Scholarships

The list of colleges NOT offering merit scholarships include many of the most well-known in the United States. Amherst College Dartmouth...

How to spike the college App!

Your application should clearly communicate your “spike.” A spike, hook, etc. is a set of activities and accomplishments that show...

Personal essay... WTF, I hate writing, and brainstorming!

This process can be a LOT more fun than most students make it out to be. They try too hard to impress the Admissions Officer. All I want...

Graduate in 3-years? Save $100K

So how can you graduate early? The math is pretty simple. A typical college load is four classes a semester, so in a year you're likely...

Write like a journalist: Persuasive Writing 101

A few tips :-) Begin early! You should start developing a personal statement and trying out topic ideas. Exact essay topics can be...

Think like an AO (Admissions officer)

Get in their shoes. when you visit a school fair make friends with them. The more you know how they are incentivized and what they want,...

Preparing for the College Application Process

Preparing for the college application process can be a daunting task, but with the right mindset and preparation, it can also be an...

How Extracurriculars and Leadership Tie Into College Applications

As a high school student, you may feel overwhelmed by the prospect of applying to college. While grades and test scores are important,...

How to Manage Stress and Time During Junior Year

As a high school junior, you are likely to experience a lot of stress and anxiety as you navigate through a crucial year in your academic...

The Middle college journey with Nupur and Pundalik

This conversation involves Harpal Kochar, Nupur, and Pundalik discussing the Middle College program, an educational initiative allowing...