Guide to the AP Seminar Exam: Format, Scoring, and Tips
The AP Seminar exam is a critical part of the AP Capstone Diploma Program, which develops students’ research, critical thinking, and communication skills. Unlike conventional AP exams that focus on content knowledge, the AP Seminar exam blends performance tasks with presentations and a written exam at the end of the course. The AP Seminar exam […]
Our 2025 UK and Asia Pacific Universities Early Admissions Results
Our 2025 UK and Asia Pacific Universities Early Admissions Results Early admissions decisions have started to arrive and our students are already opening doors to incredible opportunities around the world. This year, many students have set their sights beyond traditional U.S. destinations, exploring programs that combine academic excellence with a truly global learning experience. Their […]
What’s the Biggest High School in the U.S.? Largest High Schools by Enrollment and Physical Campus Size
The largest high schools in the U.S. vary in student enrollment size, both in-person and online, and campus size. In terms of enrollment size, a respected online school has over 100,000 students on a rolling basis. The largest brick-and-mortar campus with traditional homeroom and classes is a historic school in New York City with renowned […]
Parent Statements For Private High School Admissions
Parent Statements For Private High School Admissions When writing Parent Statements for private high school admissions, you must remember: you’re not writing your child’s resumé. For the purposes of this article, pretend that you are no longer a parent of a boarding school applicant. Instead, you are a boarding school admissions officer. Your job is […]
Does GPA Matter in College? What Students Need to Know About Academic Performance
Your high school GPA has always been crucial, but you are now wondering if college GPA holds equal importance. Students face concerns about their ability to handle college-level academic freedom because of this question. Students face two different challenges because some want to keep their 4.0 GPA perfect, but others question the need to maintain […]
Who Really Benefits from Applying Early?
By Lindsey Kundel, Editor in Chief, InGenius Prep Image Credit: A. C. For Unsplash+ At Brown, nearly 18% of Early Decision applicants were admitted, while only 4% got in through Regular Decision. (Brown admits 5.65% of applicants to class of 2029, 2025) Vanderbilt showed a similar pattern, with early applicants having four times better odds. […]
Early Decision and Early Action Notification Dates 2025-2026
Early Decision and Early Action results for the Class of 2030 will begin rolling out soon, and students are starting to feel the anticipation. After months of writing essays, finalizing applications, and juggling deadlines, this phase of the process is all about waiting for schools to release their timelines. Most colleges share their Early Decision […]
College Essay Ideas: Brainstorm Your Essay and Write Something Memorable
Your college essay is one of the most important parts of your application. What you write gives the admissions team a glimpse into your personality, background, and goals, differentiating you from a list of metrics like GPA, extracurricular activities, and standardized test scores. Learning how to brainstorm essay ideas, how to pick a strong topic, […]
Guide to Choosing Argumentative Essay Topics and Writing Strong Essays
The ability to write an exceptional argumentative essay is part of college-readiness for high school students, particularly with Advanced Placement (AP) courses, college-level courses, and later, in several college degree programs. Argumentative essays develop research and writing skills in students, teaching them how to organize thoughts, present them in a clear and concise manner, and […]
Choosing a College Counseling Partner That Puts Students First
For fifteen years, I’ve worked in education, as a teacher, school leader, fundraiser, and marketer. I’ve sat on both sides of the table, helping students discover their strengths and preparing schools to present themselves to colleges. I’ve written the glowing school profiles meant to impress admissions offices. I’ve helped parents navigate the uncertainty of the […]