Jackson Schroeder

College Admissions Deans Explain What They’re Looking for in Applicants

U.S. college applicants who are concerned about their applications being negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic may find comfort in the fact that the country’s college admissions deans sympathize with what they’re going through. A newly released statement written by members of Harvard’s Graduate School of Education and co-signed by more than 300 college admissions… Read More
Most Students Applaud Their College’s Response to COVID-19

There was an uproar in March when U.S. colleges and universities closed their campuses in an effort to limit the spread of COVID-19. Students were asked to pack up quickly and leave. Stories flooded news feeds about the struggles students faced. Some lost their on-campus jobs. Others lost access to dining halls and dormitories and… Read More
How to Find and Win Scholarships

With the cost of college at an all-time high, scholarships are a great way to help you afford your education. There are thousands of scholarships out there, and they come in many forms. No matter your GPA, test scores or interests, there’s a scholarship out there for you. Finding and winning scholarships, however, can be… Read More
As Student Hunger and Homelessness Spike, Here’s How They Can Access Aid

When COVID-19 struck the United States in March, thousands of college students were forced into food and housing insecurity. When campuses closed, they lost their jobs and meal plans. Many were left without a safe and supportive home to go back to. In total, nearly three in five U.S. college students have experienced some sort… Read More
The Impact of COVID-19 on Student Loan Borrowers

The economic damage caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has left America’s student loan borrowers confused, stressed and exceedingly anxious about their abilities to pay back their loans, according to a recent survey. The survey, which was jointly conducted by the non-profit organization Student Debt Crisis and the social-impact startup Savi, received responses from nearly 39,000… Read More
How to Maximize Your Financial Aid

Looking at college price tags can be a daunting task. But, before you get too worked up, know that the tuition prices you see are likely higher than the amount you’ll actually have to pay. There are a number of ways to receive financial assistance to pay for college. It often comes in the form… Read More
How COVID-19 Has Impacted Teens

There has been a lot of speculation, over recent months, about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted America’s teens. Parents, teachers, counselors and health professionals have all stepped up to offer their opinions. Now, teens want the adults in their lives to listen. In a national survey of more than 1,000 students ages 13-18, the… Read More
Don’t Overlook the Value of Certificates and Associate’s Degrees

After graduating high school, students are often encouraged to attend a four‒year college or university. They’re told that a bachelor’s degree, albeit expensive, is their ticket to sustained financial security. And while that remains true, a 2020 report from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce suggests a bachelor’s degree is not the… Read More
How to Choose a College Amid COVID-19

If you’re a rising high school senior, summer is typically time to start narrowing down your college list. In just a few short months, you’ll be sending in applications! Of course, choosing where you want to study and live for the next four or five years of your life is never an easy task. And… Read More
10 Things Rising Seniors Can Do This Summer to Get a Jump on College Process

You’ve got one more year of high school to go — a final lap around the track before you’re off to college! The summer before your senior year is undoubtedly an exciting time. But, along with spending days in the sun, it’s important to get a head start on the college application process. Of course,… Read More
Peaceful Protests Won’t Come Through Instilling Fear

George Floyd’s death, after having his neck pinned down by a Minneapolis police officer for nearly nine minutes, has sent the United States into outrage. In his final moments, Floyd uttered the words, “I can’t breathe” — the exact last words of Eric Garner, who died in 2014 after being placed in an NYPD officer’s… Read More
The College Board Drops Plans for Online, At-Home SAT

The College Board has postponed its plans to offer an online version of the SAT this year, explaining that some students wouldn’t have the appropriate technology at home to complete the three-hour test. This news comes after the College Board, in April, announced it would be offering students the opportunity to take the test online… Read More
Instagram Influencers Share Their Self-Care Tips

At its core, self-care is all about taking time to prioritize yourself — your mind, body and soul. Finding ways to stay mentally, emotionally and physically fit will help you stay composed during stressful or anxious situations and keep your body healthy and strong. Self-care comes in many forms, and there’s truly no one-size-fits-all approach.… Read More
How COVID Has Impacted College Admissions

Summer is typically a time filled with excitement for students heading into their senior year of high school. But this year, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, things feel a bit different. Like everyone else, students graduating in 2021 are concerned about the health and safety of themselves and their loved ones. Many are dealing with heightened… Read More
How to Study for the SAT Online for Free

Preparing for and taking the SAT is never easy, and the SAT is likely the last thing you want to be thinking about right now. First, take a deep breath. It may ease your mind to know the SAT doesn’t matter to college admissions officers as much as you may think. There are currently more… Read More