JLV College Counseling32 Ways to Learn Faster [Infographic]
When you are a student, you are typically taking multiple classes during the term. You might have courses in English Literature, History, Science, Math, and other subjects. That is a lot of information you must learn and retain so that you can do well in your classes. Unfortunately, many students find it difficult to find enough time to read the materials, study, and write their papers. Luckily, there are some tips that can help you learn faster. Check out this infographic that provides 32 tips for learning faster. Test out some of the tips today to see what will help you learn faster. Read More
November 2017 Newsletter
Can you believe it is already November? Congratulations to the students who have already submitted their college applications. If you haven’t submitted your application yet, don’t worry! We still have time until many of the regular decision deadlines.
High School Seniors
Application deadlines are coming! Do not procrastinate! Work on your applications every day until they are ready to be submitted. Don’t wait until the last minute because you never know what will happen in life. In addition to the Common Application, check out the Cappex Application*. The application is accepted by 125 colleges and there is NO APPLICATION FEE!- If you haven’t done so already, make sure your SAT and/or ACT scores have been submitted to the colleges if they are required.
- Follow up with your recommendation writers to ensure your recommendations are submitted by the deadline.
- Keep your grades up. Although many of the colleges will make decisions without your senior year grades, senior year grades do matter! If your grades slip drastically, colleges can rescind admission offers or reduce financial aid.
High School Juniors
Start preparing for the SAT and/or ACT. Signing up is not enough. Make sure you do some test prep before taking the test. While there are many great fee-based test prep companies, such as Magoosh.com*, there are also a lot of free test prep resources available.
All Students
Keep up your grades! And, if your grades have slipped, don’t continue down that path. Instead, figure out why your grades have slipped and turn yourself around. Your grades play a big part in college admission and financial aid. The better student you are, the better options you have for college and financial aid!- Research colleges and find colleges that are good fits for you! Here is some tips for building your college list and finding the best fit for you:
Have a great November! If you ever have any questions or think there is an article that could be helpful for me to post, send me a message. And, don’t forget to follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.
November 2017 DoSomething Scholarships
Do you like making a difference in your school or community? If you do, DoSomething has many campaigns to make a difference, and for participating, you will be entered to win a scholarship! Below are campaigns from DoSomething accepting entries in November. Read More
Financial Aid 101
Throughout my career, I have come in contact with several students and families who have asked, what exactly is financial aid? Financial aid is money that the government and/or organizations award or lend to students to help them with paying for college. “Financial aid” is an umbrella term which includes grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans. This article provides a description of each type of financial aid. Read More
Important Questions to Ask When Visiting Colleges
Learning as much as you can about a college is the best way to figure out if it is a good fit for you. A good starting point is to review the college marketing materials and websites. The next step is to visit the college campuses you are considering. However, the printed materials, websites, and college visits are all designed to attract prospective students. To gain further knowledge about the colleges you are considering, you must ask questions! Below are many questions to ask current students, admission counselors, and professors to learn more about a college. In addition, there are colleges to ask yourself during or after a visit to determine if the college is a good fit for you. Read More
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