Category Archives: 11th Grade
Short Term Goals; Long Term Gain
In the teenage years, it is very difficult to envision that far-distant adult world of professional employment, building a family, or having a boss. Even more difficult is having the discipline to prepare for that eventuality. Nonetheless, it is tremendously … Continue reading
CommonApp Announces New “Rollover” Feature:
Last fall, The Common Application announced that applicant accounts created in 2015-2016 would roll over to 2016-2017. Now, we have more information to share with counselors as they begin to work with their students. What is Account Rollover? Account Rollover … Continue reading
Juniors: Organize Your Testing!
College bounds students need to set their admission testing schedules. Continue reading
Getting Ready For AP Tests and Exams
Having a study strategy can yield better test results! Continue reading
Rising Seniors: An Approach To Developing Your College List
As you explore which colleges are the right match for you, consider the size of the campus. How many undergraduates attend the college? This can make a big difference in your experience on a college campus. Think of college sizes … Continue reading
SAT – ACT: The Dread of Standardized Testing
There is an overwhelming amount of work that needs to be completed in the college application process. Amidst the excitement of this time, most students look at standardized tests with dread. They consider testing and test prep to be extremely unpleasant … Continue reading
University of Louisville
Most people who associate University of Louisville with its prowess in the NCAA men’s basketball prowess might be surprised to know that it is a state-supported research university founded in 1798. The 22,293 graduates and undergraduates may choose among twelve … Continue reading
Let’s Dispel Some Myths About Johns Hopkins University – Myth #1
IESolutions recently visited Johns Hopkins, located in the city of Baltimore but with a campus that would rival many of its suburban peers. Situated on the northern edge of the city, the campus is surrounded on one side with an … Continue reading