Applying: Engineering schools at US universities

Applying: Engineering schools at US universities

For most students applying to US universities, students are not required to declare a major until the end of their sophomore (second) year. However, there are a few fields of study where students need to decide before they apply if they want to study a particular...
Finding the “Right Fit” School

Finding the “Right Fit” School

The United States is home to more than 3,000 colleges and universities, so there are a wide variety of schools to choose from. Because of the diversity among schools, it’s important to think carefully about a variety of aspects, and also prioritize what is most...
Making the most of extracurricular experiences

Making the most of extracurricular experiences

Extracurricular activities are an important element of the college application process. Colleges and universities are communities that provide opportunities both inside as well as outside of the classroom. Therefore, schools are looking for students who will volunteer...
Writing your personal statement

Writing your personal statement

The Common App website goes live August 1, which means you can create an account and start inputting your information. One part of the application that we suggest starting on now is your personal statement, as this is one of the most important parts of your...
Early Decision Checklist

Early Decision Checklist

Applying Early Decision (ED) to one university can increase your chances of acceptance, as many schools fill between 1/3 to 1/2 of their freshman class with ED Applicants. In order to decide whether you may be a good candidate for early decision, check out the...