As a former university admissions officer and academic advisor, I know the value of good career exploration.  High school students who engage in meaningful career exploration before entering university are generally more focused and successful at university than those...

These days are challenging for high school students, but time away from regularly scheduled academics and activities provides you with an opportunity as well.

It's an chance to to take initiative and prepare properly for the opportunities that lie ahead, namely universi...

Do you know there are benefits to winning a scholarship in addition to the money?  

While scholarship funding is the best kind of funding a student can get -- free money that doesn't have to be paid back! -- scholarships offer benefits to the student far beyond mon...

What is a personal statement?

A personal statement is a document some universities use to evaluate an applicant’s suitability for admission.  Sometimes the personal statement is used only for admission, and sometimes it’s also used to assess the applicant for scholarshi...