The Score by Ashley Z., Chapman, KS
This was it. My entire year, my entire life, led me to this point. It was the day of the ACT, feared and revered by hopeful scholars across the nation. After today I would have a number, a score, that would be the determining factor for the course of my life. Continue...
15 Skills You Need For College by Christine S., Arlington, VA
Transitioning from the comfort of your home and the protection of your family to living essentially on your own can be exciting and confusing, which is why it helps to be prepared. Here are some skills you definitely need for college. Continue...
Top Career Choices of the Future by Kate D., Clairsville, OH
Does the year 2017 seem a long way off? What about 2027? These are the dates to look toward when planning your career. The possibilities abound, especially for those who see the big picture and have insight to research their options. Students pick occupations for many reasons, not always good ones. Money, prestige, and mystique are a few of the alluring factors that can enter into the equation. Continue...
AP Classes: Worth It? by Rachel G., Los Alamitos, CA
The truth is, honors students are no longer a select few. Over half of university-bound students take AP classes, and of these, most take at least two. The AP system drills into our brains that our college success hinges on taking as many advanced courses as possible, but is it really worth it? Continue...
SAT Flunking Out by Jackson G., Danvers, MA
Three hours and 45 minutes - that’s it. That’s how much time you have to determine how your life will turn out. If that isn’t bad enough, you also have the constant pressure to do well. The SATs have proven to be a biased and possibly unnecessary test. Continue...
Dear Colleges: About Your Letters by Ilana S., Deerfield, IL
As a high school student, I know that after students take the PSAT or PLAN tests, they begin to get tons of mail from colleges. While this is exciting, the sheer magnitude can be monotonous. Eventually, only letters stand out and are read; the rest go directly into the trash. The chance of a student following up and finding out more about the college declines. So, I have prepared this article on what I - a high school student - find appealing in these letters. Continue...
Sister I’ve Loved by Emily W., St. Peters, MO
She is tall, tan and beautiful; the total opposite of my small frame, pale skin, and sulky glare. Her dark hair curls beautifully down her back, while my lighter locks droop over my shoulders. She sits in the front seat, chatting happily with my mother about her plans, her boyfriend, and how fun things are going to be now that she’s in college. Continue...
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