Demonstrated Interest. What is it and why does it matter?

Although admission officers more heavily weigh factors like a student’s grades, demonstrated interest can help a student stand out and showcase their eagerness to enroll if offered admission. Why is demonstrated interest important and what is it?  Now more than ever colleges and university admission programs want to know that an applicant is sincerely interested…

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College Planning for Middle Schoolers

As a student (or parent of a student) in middle school, college may feel far off. But it’s closer than you think! As the adage goes, the days are long but the years are short… A middle schooler’s main focus is probably more about mastering the art of locker combos and finding ways to make…

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Choosing the Right College For You

As you begin your college search, you may find it difficult to determine which schools will best suit you. Many students start by looking at school rankings, but we advise you to look beyond the rankings to the many (important!) factors that determine whether a college is a good fit for you. When you’re just…

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