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Math on the GMAT can be very challenging, but we can take comfort in the fact that it tests the same concepts over and over again. By familiarizing yourself with that content, you can face the GMAT Quantitative section confidently.

MBA admissions can feel pretty daunting – especially when you consider some of the leading schools’ acceptance rates (Stanford GSB says its rate is typically 5-7%, for example). From GMAT scores to letters of recommendation and those often-imposing MBA essay questions, it’s not only important to have everything in place before the deadline, but also to differentiate yourself from other applicants in the process.

I can't stress this enough: choosing a college that's right for you is extremely important. As an Assistant Director of Admissions at Dartmouth College, one of my favorite responsibilities was connecting with students at school visits, college fairs and on-campus events. During my time in the admissions office at the College, I met students who thought deeply about what they wanted in a college experience, and through research, realized that Dartmouth was a perfect fit.

Congratulations to all of our students on their 2017 college acceptances! You have all put in a lot of hard work, dedication, and even some late-night essay editing,

The ACT Writing section really stands out. It’s far more complicated than the multiple choice questions in the other sections. And it’s even scored differently. (See this article on ACT Score range for details on essay scoring vs. multiple choice scoring for the exam.)

The benefits of attending high school college fairs are plenty. It’s a low stakes way to learn about a school without spending the time and money visiting each institution. You get face-to-face time with someone that can answer questions both about admissions data and life on campus. You get free things! (if you like pens and keychains you’ll love college fairs) There’s also a chance that you’ll discover new schools you hadn’t even considered.

Decisions, decisions, decisions. ‘Tis the season! For many, online college portals will bring a loud “YES!” or a quiet “noooo” to the room. But for others, reactions have to wait. Every year, thousands of students are waitlisted by their dream schools.  

Does your high school offer both AP and IB classes? Which should you choose? Which will help you succeed at getting into the best colleges? Which will help you actually succeed in college? IB vs AP is a big and very important choice to make during 10th grade before you commit to your 11th grade courses!

Filling out the Common App is hard. The personal statement alone can take months to write, so when it comes to the shorter sections, it’s easy to breeze over them. Particularly with the Common App activities and honors lists, you do not want to underestimate their impact. This is a chance to concisely and concretely set yourself apart from your peers. How do you even go about filling in the Common App honors section?

Congratulations! Getting into your dream college is definitely cause for celebration! You’ve worked hard for years, challenged yourself academically, and demonstrated intellectual passion in tangible ways.  It has probably been exhausting!  Acceptance letters signal a noteworthy achievement!  What it doesn’t signal is that you can suddenly stop trying in school.