JLV College Counseling14 Items to Add to Your College Move-in List
New and returning college students will be moving into resident halls very soon. Most colleges will provide a checklist of items students should bring to campus, such as bedding, a shower tote, and school supplies. Make sure to read the information they send carefully to ensure you know exactly what will be provided and what you can leave at home. For example, you won’t need a study lamp if one is already provided in the room. However, some items might not make the list, but are important just the same. Here are 14 items to consider adding to your move-in list. Read More
Scholarship Saturday – July 22, 2017
The deadlines for the scholarships that were on this list have passed. To see scholarships that are still accepting applications, visit more recent Scholarship Saturday posts.
7 Ways to Network While You’re in College
It’s never too early to start networking. By keeping your eyes on the prize and networking early, things will be easier for you down the road. If you’re looking to break into a tough field or land a lucrative position, you’ll need as much time to network as possible. You might as well start while you’re still learning – you’ll be able to start your future with an advantage on people seeking the same positions. Read More
Colleges to Consider in the City of Chicago
The Windy City, Chi-Town, and Second City are all nicknames for the city of Chicago. As the third-most populous city in the United States, Chicago has over 2.7 million residents. Chicago is known for its food (Chicago-style hot dogs and Chicago-style deep dish pizza), famous landmarks (Willis Tower (formerly known as Sears Tower) and Cloud Gate), and their sports teams (Cubs, White Sox, Bears, etc.)
The city of Chicago, as well as the surrounding areas, boast many colleges and universities. With over 20 four-year colleges and universities in the city, and many more outside the city limits, students who want to attend college in Chicago will not have a problem finding a college that is a good fit for them. Below are nine colleges to consider in the city of Chicago.
Acing the SAT: One Year Preparation Plan
Preparing for SATs can be stressful, which is exactly why it’s so important to have a plan. Different people learn in different ways, and they also have different reactions to the test environment. The key is to know what type of learner you are and to design a test program that accentuates your strengths and compensates for your weaknesses.
To do that, you need to start with an understanding of what the SAT actually consists of. Essentially, there are three sections – Mathematics, Critical Reading and Writing – with 200-800 points available for each section. You’ll pick up at least 200 points just by taking the test, but you’ll want to aim for 600 or above for a respectable overall score.
Because no two students are the same, you’ll want to consider your study preferences to develop a plan that works for you – and not just to use the same schedules as your friends. For best results, use the year leading up to the exam to get your brain into shape. Here’s how to do just that. Read More
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