The College Board announced some significant AP exam changes effective August 2019, and they’re not minor to your planning or your wallet. For students wondering if they should take the… Continue reading "AP Exam Changes: New Deadlines, Penalties Mean New Pros and Cons for Taking the Tests"
A guest post by Ed Weathers These days, most colleges require that your application essay be no more than 500 words. In that essay, colleges expect you to reveal your writing ability… Continue reading "What to Put In Your 500 Word College Application Essay"
You hear us talk about the FAFSA a lot on SCV. Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid is a must-do, if you want to be considered for… Continue reading "When the FAFSA Isn’t Enough: What Is the CSS Profile?"
During the college admissions process, you might take a long hard look at your transcript. You might notice the “weighted” GPA and “unweighted” GPAs. You might then freak out and… Continue reading "Weighted or Unweighted GPA: Don’t Freak Out Over the Numbers"
Are you a helicopter parent? Do you hover over your child? Well, you’re out of fashion. The helicopter parent has come back down to earth as the lawnmower parent. So… Continue reading "Move Over, Helicopter Parents: Lawnmower Parents Have Taken Over"