Read our tips for writing an effective college match essay for your college applications. The ideal match essay will paint a picture of a two-way street in which the college is a great fit for you, and you are a great fit for it. In order to do this successfully, you’ll need to thoroughly research each college you’re applying to, then compose a compelling piece of writing articulating the specific “match” areas you’ve identified.
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about college interviews, including the role they play in the admissions process, changing college policies, how to prepare, and tips for interview day.
Learn more about new undergraduate programs in the fields of health and medicine. In our constantly changing world, colleges and universities must adjust their program offerings to stay relevant, and there are exciting developments happening in undergraduate medical education!
Participation in research during high school can benefit both your intellectual growth and your success in college admissions. Research offers an opportunity to explore scientific problems in new ways, strengthen your problem-solving abilities, and test out potential career options. Find out how high school research programs can help students build a variety of skills that benefit them in college and beyond.
When crafting your college list, consider your personality and preferences and how they relate to the features of each college you are considering. Use these "best-fit" features to help you determine at which colleges will you be most able to grow academically, socially, and personally.
In part two of our step-by-step guide to Crafting Your College List, we will help you narrow down a list of schools for you to research further, and then visit, either in-person or virtually. You will start to see your preferences emerge more clearly with each visit, and your college list will come into focus!
Meet Caroline Ferrucci, Associate College Counselor, at Collegiate Gateway. Caroline joined the company in January 2012 as a Research Assistant. Find out how her role has grown and changed at Collegiate Gateway, and the advice she has for college applicants.
Get to know Sheng Bai, a sophomore at the University of Michigan, who is majoring in biomedical engineering. Talking to students who attend the colleges on your list can help you decide if a particular school offers all of the opportunities that you are looking for!
Explore the benefits of pre-college summer research programs and find out how these kinds of experiences can assist in college admissions and future career paths!
With over 3500 colleges in the United States to choose from, it’s no surprise that many students struggle to decide which of them to apply to. This blog will provide a step-by-step guide to making this process effective and even fun! We recommend that you explore and visit colleges throughout ...