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June 2016 Newsletter- Why Study Abroad?

With so many graduates starting to leave behind their high school life for the college dream, June seems like a great time to discuss studying aboard.
This month’s newsletter includes:
  • Why Study Abroad? – Students heading off to college should think seriously about study abroad options, and factor this into their long-term planning.  For rising seniors finalizing their college lists, research study abroad programs at colleges that interest you.
  • Majoring in Industrial-Organizational Psychology – This major combines the principles of psychology and motivation with the world of business.
  • Managing College Finances – Its not just tuition, room and board, books and fees.  Budget for all of the additional expenses that are part of the college experience.
  • The New SAT vs the ACT – What are the differences and how can you choose which test is right for you?
  • Getting Off to a Great Start at College -College is different from high school – things to consider as you transition to the next phase of your life.

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College Planning Tips for January

College Planning Tips for January

Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors: Getting Started—the early stages of the college search:

1. The courses you choose for next year tell colleges a lot about your commitment as a student, so choose wisely.

2. Make sure the courses you choose prepare you to compete for admission. The harder it is to get into a college, the more important it is to demonstrate rigor in your academic program.

3. Have a question about a difficult course selection? Contact the person who recruits in your area from one of the schools that interests you. In a simple and well-written email, explain the situation and seek that person’s advice. While following that person’s advice will not guarantee admission, the feedback you get should give you peace of mind as you precede with your course selections.

4. Start a file in which you can collect all of the information you are receiving. Bookmark the websites of schools that seem interesting so you can find information easily.

5. Which is the most important year of high school? The year you are in!! Take care of business now so next year can count for something.

Seniors: Getting In—working through the application and enrollment processes:

1. If you haven’t visited the campuses of the schools to which you are applying, the next six weeks are a good time to do so.It can’t hurt to remain active on the “radar screen” of the people making the decisions. Besides, the campus visit is a strong indication of your interest!

2. Make sure you have completed the required financial aid forms if you know you will need assistance in order to enroll. Waiting until later only means that the money will be gone when you finally complete your application for aid.

3. Send updates to your application that reflect honors and achievements that have come your way since you applied.

4. Have you thought about Early Decision lately? Many colleges offer a “Round Two” ED option for students rebounding from disappointment as ED candidates at other schools in Round One.IF, and I emphasize that word, you now have a clear and unconditional first choice school (money is not an issue) and you are prepared to enroll if admitted, you might consider converting your application to Early Decision.

5. Stay focused academically. The next two months of the senior-year are the most critical to your applications at selective institutions. Why? Colleges that can afford to be choosy are watching to see what you do academically when you don’t think you need to do anything!

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Tips for taking the ACT | from ACT Student

Author:  Sheba Lowe Brown

Tips for Taking the ACT The ACT

  • Carefully read the instructions on the cover of the test booklet.
  • Read the directions for each test carefully.
  • Read each question carefully.
  • Pace yourself—don’t spend too much time on a single passage or question.
  • Pay attention to the announcement of five minutes remaining on each test.
  • Use a soft lead No. 2 pencil with a good eraser. Do not use a mechanical pencil or ink pen; if you do, your answer document cannot be scored accurately.
  • Answer the easy questions first, then go back and answer the more difficult ones if you have time remaining on that test.
  • On difficult questions, eliminate as many incorrect answers as you can, then make an educated guess among those remaining.
  • Answer every question. Your scores on the multiple-choice tests are based on the number of questions you answer correctly. There is no penalty for guessing.
  • If you complete a test before time is called, recheck your work on that test.
  • Mark your answers properly. Erase any mark completely and cleanly without smudging.
  • Do not mark or alter any ovals on a test or continue writing the essay after time has been called. If you do, you will be dismissed and your answer document will not be scored.
  • If you are taking the ACT Plus Writing, see these Writing Test tips.
  • Practice…
  • via Tips for taking the ACT | ACT Student.

Visit http://www.actstudent.org/testprep/ for sample test questions, calculator tips, a Questions-of-the-Day, and more.

Source:  A+ Test Prep