You’ve read over the “SAT prep and what to expect” guide and know what you’ll find in the SAT exam. You’ve spent countless hours practicing for the exam, you’ve read the “How to take tests” article and you’re ready to sit for the SAT’s. For some, this is the more daunting portion of the exam. To give you an idea of how to tackle this section, here’s College Board’s suggested approach on how to work through the Writing secti.... Read more

Along with a good academic and extracurricular record, a solid score on the SAT can potentially open doors to more restrictive and reputable universities. Taking the test seriously and working hard to get the best score possible is key. Reading through this SAT prep guideline and knowing what to expect will help you to prepare for the SAT and feel confident when you take the exam. The SAT is comprised of 3 sections; Critical Reading, Mathematics and Writing. Critical Reading This section is a.... Read more

You’re getting ready to take a test. You’ve studied all you could cram into you. Now it’s time to take the test. Knowing how to take tests is just as important as studying for the test itself. Here are some tips on how to take tests and make the most out of all your studying. Arrive early Give yourself some time to get there early enough to find your seat, get into test-taking mode and start off on the right foot. Being hurried right before your test will only muddle your thinking and tak.... Read more

Social networking is the norm. It’s entertaining, it’s fun, it’s addicting and it’s here to stay. Just about everyone has a profile on one, or more, social networking sites such as MySpace or Facebook. We all love posting crazy fun pictures and trading wall posts about what happened last night to so and so. Our profile pages are an extension of our personal lives. Your profile and college admissions Take a close look at your social networking profile before you consider applying for coll.... Read more

Whether requested for applications for undergraduate admission, scholarship, graduate school, or the workplace, letters of recommendation are one of the most important elements of success. It’s a travesty that so many students and job hunters alike are ill-prepared for such a monumental task; most individuals think very little about seeking letters of recommendation until confronted by an application with a specific request. The time to think about recommendations is when you first begin taki.... Read more