Admission and Application

Tips for College Essay Writing — Interview With Dr. Gordon Chavis From University of Central Florida

TUN sits down with Dr. Gordon Chavis, associate vice president for enrollment services at the University of Central Florida, to discuss how students can write a college application essay that stands out among the rest. TUN: Dr. Chavis, thanks so much for joining us. DR. CHAVIS: You’re welcome. Glad to be here. To start off,… Read More
How to Make the Most of High School Extracurricular Activities

Extacurricular activities are one of the most important parts of your college application and an even more important part of your high school experience. By participating in clubs, sports, theater, volunteer programs, and other extracurricular pursuits, you are learning new skills, interacting with diverse people, and engaging in your community. College admissions officers do not… Read More
How to Make Your College Application Stand Out

Each year, colleges and universities across the United States receive thousands of applications from eager young applicants, just like you. To stand out from the crowd, you need to submit an application that is strong enough to catch and sustain the attention of admissions officers. A strong application gives admissions officers a full glimpse into… Read More
8 Most Common College Application Mistakes to Avoid

You’ve made it this far. Your high school years are coming to an end, and college is right around the corner. Before you submit your college application(s), though, there are a few “red flags” you should be aware of. Red flags are the issues and mistakes, both big and small, that may cause college admissions… Read More
How to Write A Strong Supplemental Essay

As summer approaches each year, rising seniors across the United States have college applications on their mind. The college admission process can be stressful and complex, but understanding each step inside and out will help you put together an amazing application and get into the school of your choice. Supplemental essays are one of the… Read More
9 Key Tips for Your College Interview

If you’re applying to a selective university, you may be asked to take part in an admissions interview. While this can feel like a daunting task, particularly for the introverts out there, it’s really an exciting opportunity to set yourself apart from a crowded pool of applicants. In the grand scheme of things, interviews don’t… Read More
ACT Test Dates for 2020-21

If you’re a high school junior or senior who intends to take the ACT this academic year, know that planning ahead is crucial. The good news is, every year, ACT, the organization that administers the ACT test, releases all the important dates months before testing takes place. Staying on top of these dates can help… Read More
SAT Test Dates for 2024-25

In 2023, 1.9 million students took the SAT at least once, compared to 1.7 million who took the test in 2022, according to the College Board. If you’ve decided that the SAT is the better test for you, compared with the ACT, and you intend to take the SAT this academic year, it’s important to… Read More
10 Universal Tips for College Essay Writing

Writing a college essay can be intimidating, particularly if you consider yourself to be a math or science person and not a stellar writer. But don’t be too worried. Although grammar and style do play a role in how admissions officers interpret your essay, it’s the content of your essay that matters most. Essays give… 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
6 College Admissions Tips for High School Juniors Amid COVID-19

All across the United States, high school juniors are worried. Like most Americans living through the COVID-19 pandemic, they’re concerned about the health and safety of their loved ones, anxious about what tomorrow will look like, and fearful that life may not return to how it once was. More uniquely, though, they’re worried about navigating… Read More
How Top Students Can Get Into Increasingly Competitive Schools

What do you need to do to separate yourself from the pack and get into the school of your dreams, especially if you’re aiming for Harvard, Princeton and other Ivy League schools? As acceptance rates drop to all-time lows in the single digits, the top universities are demanding much more from today’s highest-achieving students. The… Read More
With Colleges Dropping SAT/ACT Essay Requirement, Should Students Still Take It?

Every year, millions of students choose to take the optional essay section included in the SAT and ACT, many of whom spend lots of time and money preparing for it. But should they? The vast majority of colleges and universities have never required applicants to submit scores for these sections. And recently, the number of… Read More
Colleges Are Checking Applicants’ Social Media. Here’s What You Should Know

When social media first became popular, it was largely viewed as a place for people to share photos, funny videos and life updates with their family and friends. Despite being on the worldwide web, social media seemed relatively private. But today, that couldn’t be further from the truth. People everywhere are judged on what they… Read More
Should New ACT Changes Affect How Students Prepare for It?

On October 8, 2019, the ACT announced a few changes to its college entrance exam. Starting in September 2020, students who’ve already taken the ACT and wish to boost their scores can opt to retake specific parts of the five-section, three-hour-long test. They won’t have to retake the entire test, unless they want to. Students… Read More