STANDARDIZED TESTING: COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

Published Saturday, December 11, 2021 by Tifinie

SAT and ACT When colleges are looking for new students, they review applicant profiles in search of the best of the bunch to make up their student body.  Of course, the most reputable colleges usually get the cream of the crop, aiming to enroll the most talented students they can find.  The rest of the students then disperse into various universities and local colleges. Which students are the most talented?  How do colleges decide?  Colleges use various tools when evaluating eligible students.  Every student that applies will submit an application package providing crucial information about… Continue Reading

EASY SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS GRADUATING 2022+

Published Saturday, December 4, 2021 by Tifinie

The College Board has introduced a new program that offers students a chance to be awarded College Board Opportunity Scholarships.  It was designed to help guide students through the college-admissions processes and motivate them to tackle the intimidating obstacles in the journey.  Students must follow 6 steps to qualify for a series of scholarships.  Completing all 6 steps makes you eligible (note: scholarship(s) are not guaranteed) for a $40,000 scholarship on top of the smaller scholarships ranging from $500-$2,000 totaling $6,000.  To qualify, you must complete the following 6 steps during your junior year of… Continue Reading

The PSAT 2021

Published Saturday, December 4, 2021 by Tifinie

Every year, high school juniors get the chance to compete for opportunities to win amazing scholarships by taking the PSAT.  This exam is a student’s ticket to gain recognition and rewards from individuals and organizations interested in supporting their education.  These sponsors use the results from the assessment  to find students deserve the rewards.  The P in PSAT does not stand for Practice (SAT), but for Preliminary and is normally the first standardized test a high school student takes.  This exam is the gateway to the National Merit Scholarship Program.  By taking the PSAT, students… Continue Reading