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How to Get Ready for a Pre-College Summer Program

August 9, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Planning, Tips for High School Students, Tips for New Students Comments Off

For a high school student who is applying to go to college, a pre-college summer program is a great way to dip your toe in the water and maybe even get a little credit along the way. Before you head to your first dorm room, start a challenging summer course, or enjoy your first parent-free […]

How to Get a Competitive College Profile

July 29, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Admissions, College Application, College Planning, Tips for High School Students Comments Off

College admissions officers are going to be looking at your entire student profile to decide if you are a good fit for the institution. While the essay is really important, we want to take some time to discuss other important aspects of your profile. Here are a few things you can do to boost your […]

Tips for Benefiting the Most When Visiting Colleges

July 22, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Planning, Tips for High School Students Comments Off

The college application process can be pretty stressful. Visiting the schools is the fun part. But that doesn’t mean you want to wing it. Here are a few tips to help you plan your college visits so as to get the most benefit from them. Go when college is in session – You want to […]

How to Research and Select a College Major

July 2, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Planning, General, Tips for High School Students, Tips for New Students Comments Off

Choosing a college major is a life-changing decision. You are going to spend a lot of money becoming educated in your chosen field, so you will need to find a good job to make it worthwhile. Here are a few tips for researching and selecting a college major that won’t leave you with regrets after […]

Strategically Selected High School Courses to Impress Admissions Officers

June 18, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Planning, General, Tips for High School Students, Tips for New Students Comments Off

You have many options when it comes to taking classes in high school. How can you choose your courses strategically so that you have a competitive edge when it comes to applying for college? Here are a few quick tips. Select the right college prep courses – If you know your intended major, definitely choose […]

Career Research Tips for High School Students

June 11, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Planning, General, Tips for High School Students, Tips for New Students Comments Off

Are you tired of people still asking you what you want to be when you grow up, as if you’re not just a year or two away from graduating high school? The other reason you may dread the question is that you honestly don’t have an answer. That’s what we’re going to help you with […]

Student Profile Tips for College Hopefuls

May 14, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Admissions, College Application, College Planning, Tips for High School Students Comments Off

A robust student profile is a great way to show universities that you are more than just a good test taker. Here are a few ways to give your student profile a boost, so you can have a competitive advantage when it becomes the time to submit your college admissions applications. Take advanced placement classes […]

Standardized Tests That College Hopefuls Need to Take

May 7, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Admissions, College Application, Tips for High School Students Comments Off

You may dread taking standardized tests, but it is something that simply needs to be done if you hope to further your education after high school. Here are the three types of standardized tests you need to know about, each of which has its own unique benefits when it comes to applying for college. The […]

Tips for Composing a Letter of Continued Interest to a School that Has Waitlisted You

April 23, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Admissions, College Application, Tips for High School Students Comments Off

Are you frustrated because you have been waitlisted by the top schools that you applied to? Did you receive a letter to inform you that your early application has been deferred? These situations can increase the pressure on a young person who is trying to get into a particular school. Is there anything you can […]

Making Good Use of the Summer Before You Start College

April 16, 2019 By: slcps In: Blog, College Planning, Tips for High School Students, Tips for New Students Comments Off

Are you getting ready to graduate high school in the next month or two? If you are planning to enter the ranks of college students next fall, what should you be doing with your last summer? Here are three ways to make good use of the summer before college to prepare you for your experience. […]

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