How to Secure Strong Letters of Recommendation for College
College Applications and AdmissionsWhy Strong Letters of Recommendation Matter Your GPA, test scores, and extracurriculars are solid, but they do... Read More
How to Avoid Common FAFSA Mistakes That Cost You Money
Scholarships and Financial AidApplying for scholarships and colleges is stressful enough. Filing the Free Application for Federal Student Ai... Read More
Do AP, IB, or Dual Enrollment Classes Help My College Application? (Short Answer: Yes, But Let’s Break It Down)
College Applications and AdmissionsAre AP (Advanced Placement), IB (International Baccalaureate), or dual enrollment classes actually worth it fo... Read More
Should I Apply to a College Even If I Don’t Meet the GPA or Test Score Requirements? (Spoiler: Yes!)
College Applications and AdmissionsSo you found your dream school, but there’s one tiny problem—your GPA or test scores aren’t quite hitting thei... Read More
How to Build a Strong Student Resume (Without the Stress)
Resume and Portfolio BuildingSo, you need a resume, but you’re thinking: What do I even put on there if I haven’t had a “real” job yet? Don... Read More
How to Stay Organized and Reduce School Stress (Without Losing Your Mind)
Mental Health and Well-BeingLet’s be real—school can feel like a never-ending to-do list, and juggling classes, assignments, extracurricul... Read More
How Volunteering Can Boost Your Resume & College Applications
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipYou’re trying to build up your resume and college applications, but you don’t have tons of job experience yet.... Read More
How Many Colleges Should I Apply To? (Because 1 Feels Too Risky and 20 Feels Like Overkill)
College Applications and AdmissionsSo, you’re gearing up to apply to colleges, and you’re probably wondering: How many schools should I even appl... Read More
Internships vs. Part-Time Jobs: Which One is Better for Your Career?
Internships and Job OpportunitiesTrying to figure out whether you should go for an internship or a part-time job? Both can help build your resu... Read More
The Importance of a Digital Portfolio for College & Job Applications (Because Resumes Are So Last Season)
Resume and Portfolio BuildingApplying to college or a job? A digital portfolio is the glow-up your application needs. While everyone else i... Read More
When Is the Best Time to Apply for a Scholarship? (Hint: Not the Night Before!)
Scholarships and Financial AidLet’s be honest—scholarships are free money, and who doesn’t love free money? But waiting until the last minut... Read More
What Hiring Managers Look for in a Student Resume
Resume and Portfolio BuildingWhen applying for jobs or internships as a student, your resume is often your first impression on a hiring man... Read More