10 Things You Need in Your Dorm

10 Things You Need in Your Dorm

Chances are, you either haven’t put any thought into what to buy for your dorm room, or your parents plan to get you everything you can imagine at Bed, Bath & Beyond. Either way, you will have some things collecting dust on your shelf, and some things you’ve never used before will become your best friends. Here are 10 things you will definitely want to have in your dorm:

The Perfect Story? It Might Not Be What You Think

The Perfect Story? It Might Not Be What You Think

A college essay shouldn’t be a mere rehashing of the impressive thing you did or the harrowing event that happened to you — it should come alive in the way it’s told. Jared shares a few tips for a productive process of crafting an essay!

As Seen in Forbes: Three Things That Matter More Than Your Resume

As Seen in Forbes: Three Things That Matter More Than Your Resume

Although a resume is important, Lindsay has learned a lot from spending time on the other side of the interview table. Here are some aspects of the application and hiring process Lindsay believes brings more to your resume!

College Tours: Wesleyan University

College Tours: Wesleyan University

Wesleyan is a highly selective liberal arts college where students are able to take advantage of research opportunities with professors. Located in between New York City and Boston, students are able to travel to either to take advantage of internship opportunities.

What Makes a Piece of Writing Good?

What Makes a Piece of Writing Good?

The personal essay tells a committee reading it a lot about you that they want to know: Who are you as a person? What will you add to the life of the university, in class and on campus?  Let our essay specialist David, help you out.

6 Things You Should Be Doing During The Summer Between Semesters

6 Things You Should Be Doing During The Summer Between Semesters

College can be a lot of work, and sometimes we forget what it’s like to not be working on assignments and taking tests all of the time. Here are some things you should consider doing the summer to avoid stress but also learn something useful over the summer!

5 Tips to Make the Most of Summer College Tours

5 Tips to Make the Most of Summer College Tours

Visiting colleges over the summer can be tricky - high school students are free, but colleges are also out for the summer. Eli gives some advice on how to make the most of your summer visit!