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Why take the PSAT, and what are National Merit Scholarships?
Relationship of the PSAT and National Merit Scholarship Explained. In mid-October, high school sophomores and juniors across the country will sit down to take the
How to Approach the “Why Us?” Essay
“Why Us?” It’s the most common question you’ll be asked to write about as a supplemental essay to your college application. When you break
Tips on Time Management for the New School Year
Get back in the swing of things with these time management tips! A new school year is around the corner, and we hope that this
SSAT and ISEE Vocabulary Tips
SSAT and ISEE vocabulary study plan tips If your child is preparing to take the SSAT or the ISEE this fall, chances are they
LSAT Preparation Tips: When to Start Studying for the August or Later Test
When is the best time to start preparing for the LSAT? Thinking of taking the August LSAT? Then it’s a good idea to get started
Why You Should Take the GRE General Test at Home
Taking the GRE at home proves to be a stress-free experience Due to the shutdown of many test centers that offer the GRE, ETS began
How to Ace the GMAT – Ten GMAT Study Tips that You Probably Won’t Find Anywhere Else
Ten GMAT study tips that can help you ace the test! The GMAT is a uniquely stressful test. For most people, taking the test
SSAT v. ISEE: Which Test is Best for Your Child?
Factors to consider when choosing between the SSAT and ISEE SSAT vs ISEE: This is one of the first decisions you have to make if your
Summer SSAT/ISEE Test Prep Tips
Schools could require the SSAT or ISEE, once again! We can help! Last year, due to COVID-19 school closures, many independent schools in the Washington,
Ten Book Recommendations for Reluctant Readers
Are you struggling to find that perfect book? As the warmer months approach, avid readers dream of long summer days, sunny weather, and a good
Applying to College During a Pandemic
What Have We Learned from the 2020-2021 Admissions Cycle? When COVID-19 struck in March 2020, more than 1,600 colleges and universities across America, including all
Know Your College Lingo!
How Learning the Difference Between “Department”, “Program”, and “Center” Can Supercharge Your College Research It’s one of the most crucial questions in college admissions: “Who
