How AP, IB and Dual Credit Can (And Can’t) Help You in College
The limitations of taking AP, IB and Dual Credit courses, including what can transfer where and what scores are needed,
Before taking these classes, how to establish your goals to you’re...
Is There A Test to Determine What Major or Career Would Be Right for My Child?
Is There A Test to Determine What Major or Career Would Be Right for My Child?
I get this question every month.
In the spring, families are faced with course selection decisions for the next school...
Course Selection: How to Develop a Four Year Plan
What are the best classes to take for college admission?
Do we need to take advanced courses?
If only three years of math are required, does he need to take math as a senior?
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High School Grades Matter: Realistic Steps to Maximize Your GPA
High school grades are important for college admission. (Probably not new news for anyone.) If you want to better understand the role of grades, see my recent post “The Most Important Factor for...
Do Aptitude and Interest Tests Help with College Admissions and Choosing Majors?
What aptitude and interest inventories are
The two different ways to take these inventories — through a profession, and on your own via an internet search
The benefits of having...
How to Prepare for Student Life in College
This is a guest post by John Obstander,
There are many things you can do to prepare yourself for a student life in a college. Follow simple and effective guidelines that will help you get the...
Pros and Cons of Taking Online High School Courses
Understanding the pros and cons of taking online high school courses can help you decide if it is the right decision for your family. Let’s start by examining some of the benefits.
Pro: Students...
The Most Important Factor For College Admission
Some common misunderstandings about what colleges think is most important
The core classes you need on your transcript
How grades are evaluated
Whether high school classes...
How to Choose the Right Calculator for High School
The Short Answer
While it is essential to have a working calculator for the SAT or ACT, it is not necessary to buy an expensive graphing model for these exams.
Working knowledge of the calculator is...