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Navigating College Admissions: How TUN AI Demystifies the Process
Embarking on the college admissions journey can be overwhelming, given the myriad factors to consider and decisions to make. While traditional resources like brochures, workshops and counselors play a pivotal role, the complexities of modern-day admissions demand a more robust solution. This is where TUN AI steps in, offering tailored insights and guidance for prospective… Read More
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ACT Test Dates for 2023-24
Nearly 1.35 million students from the class of 2022 took the ACT, according to ACT.org. If you’ve decided that the ACT is the better test for you, compared with the SAT, and you intend to take the ACT this academic year, it’s important to keep track of upcoming testing dates and registration deadlines. If you… Read More
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National Merit Scholarship: Everything You Need to Know
Every year, about 1.6 million high school juniors across the United States take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). For most test-takers, this exam serves as a trial run for the SAT. But for the top one percent of test-takers, this exam presents a chance to win a National Merit Scholarship, a prestigious… Read More
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How to Apply for College: Step-by-Step Expert Guide
Applying for college is a monumental moment in every student’s life. While it is undoubtedly exciting, the college application process has so many steps that it can at times feel overwhelming. The key to minimizing the stress attached to applying for college is doing your research. The more you know about it, the easier it… Read More
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How to Write a College Essay — Interview With Eric Eng, Founder and CEO, AdmissionSight
TUN sits down with Eric Eng, the founder and CEO of AdmissionSight, to discuss tips on how to write a college essay to help you get into your dream school. TUN: Eric, thanks so much for joining us. ENG: Thanks for having me. So, to start off, how important are essays in the college admissions… Read More
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Coalition vs. Common App — Interview with Sylvia Vukosavljevic, College Admissions Consultant, Veritas Prep
TUN sits down with Sylvia Vukosavljevic, a college admissions consultant with Veritas Prep, to discuss if students should use the Common App or the Coalition App for their college applications. TUN: Sylvia, thanks so much for joining us. VUKOSAVLJEVIC: Thanks, Jackson. To start off, what is the Common App? The Common App is short for… Read More
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College Interview Questions to Expect — Interview With Gabrielle Dorsey, Executive Director, Bridges Educational Consulting
TUN sits down with Gabrielle Dorsey, the executive director of Bridges Educational Consulting, to discuss the most common questions students can expect during a college interview and how they should answer them. TUN: Gabrielle, thanks so much for joining us. DORSEY: Thanks for having me. Great. So, let’s get right to it. What are some… Read More
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College Interview Tips — Interview With Sara Zessar, Founder of Discovery College Consulting
TUN sits down with Sara Zessar, the founder of Discovery College Consulting, to discuss how students can prepare for their college interview. TUN: Sarah thanks so much for joining us. Zessar: Thanks for having me. There are two main types of college interviews, which are evaluative and informative. Can you explain the differences between these… Read More
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How to Fill Out Common App Activities Section — Interview With Sylvia Vukosavljevic, College Admissions Consultant, Veritas Prep
TUN sits down with Sylvia Vukosavljevic, a college admissions consultant with Veritas Prep, to discuss how students should fill out the Common App activities section. TUN: Sylvia, thanks so much for joining us. VUKOSAVLJEVIC: My pleasure, Jackson. To start off, can you explain what the activities section of the Common App is? What qualifies as… Read More
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Tips for a Perfect AP Exam Score — Interview With Dawn Mueller, Educational Consultant with Tutor Doctor
TUN sits down with Dawn Mueller, an educational consultant with Tutor Doctor, to discuss practical tips that could help you earn a perfect AP exam score. TUN: Dawn, thanks so much for joining us. MUELLER: Jackson, thanks so much for having me. Can you explain how AP exams are scored? In order to get a… Read More
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What to Do if You’re Waitlisted or Deferred by a College — Interview With Gabrielle Dorsey, Executive Director of Bridges Educational Consulting
TUN sits down with Gabrielle Dorsey, the executive director of Bridges Educational Consulting, to offer tips on what waitlisted or deferred students should do to improve their chances of having their applications accepted. TUN: Gabrielle, thanks so much for joining us. DORSEY: Thank you for having me. Can you explain what it means to be… Read More
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How Letters of Recommendation Help Your College Application — Interview With Kristina Dooley, President, Independent Educational Consultants Association
TUN sits down with Kristina Dooley, president of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and founder of Estrela Consulting, to discuss the impact of letters of recommendation on your college application. TUN: Kristina, thanks so much for joining us. DOOLEY: Thanks for having me. I’m excited to be here. Starting with the big question, how important… Read More
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How Extracurricular Activities Help Your College Application — Interview With Dr. Belinda Wilkerson, Independent Educational Consultant
TUN sits down with Dr. Belinda Wilkerson, an independent educational consultant and founder and owner of Steps To The Future, to discuss the impact of extracurricular activities on your college application. TUN: Dr. Wilkerson, thanks so much for joining. DR. WILKERSON: Thank you so much for having me, Jackson. I appreciate the invitation. How big… Read More
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College Admissions Tips for High School Juniors — Interview With Sarah Ramos, Project Director, College Advising Corps at Trinity University
TUN sits down with Sarah Ramos, project director with the College Advising Corps at Trinity University, to discuss tips to help high school juniors prepare for the college application process. TUN: Sarah, thanks so much for joining us. RAMOS: Thank you for having me. What are the things that students should be on top of… Read More
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Tips for a Perfect ACT Score — Interview With Dawn Mueller, Educational Consultant with Tutor Doctor
TUN sits down with Dawn Mueller, an educational consultant with Tutor Doctor, to discuss practical tips that could help you earn a perfect ACT score. TUN: Dawn, thanks so much for joining us. MUELLER: Thanks for having me, Jackson. Can you explain how the ACT is scored? In order to get a perfect ACT score,… Read More
