Congratulations for making it this far. You most likely many good colleges options already or on the way, but if you really want to go to a waitlisted school, follow as many of these 10 tips as possible. Do not do this for a school you will not attend. Colleges often take kids off waitlists often who can afford to pay outright, have special connections, fulfill regional needs, or make a spectacular case. Remember, spots only open if the college has available spaces.
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It's acceptance time for Cal States and UCs. Here are some tips to guide you through the decision making and readiness process to attend a campus in the fall.
Application to Acceptance to Attendance: UC or Cal State
Spring is the time of year when many juniors and their parents start visiting prospective colleges. This is the ideal time of year to visit colleges as they are still in session and you can see authentic college life. By doing an official visit, you also let the colleges know you are serious about the possibility of attending—this is so key for competitive colleges which now value demonstrated interest as a major component of the admissions process.
Tips for a Successful College Visit
You do not need to spend money to help your teens plan a powerful summer to help them develop as individuals and as strong college applicants. I present some tips for making free summer plans along with examples of what real teens have done to make their summers meaningful.
Rich Summer Plans that are Free
Transfer student applications are much more complex than high school applications. Read these tips to make sure you are on track to transfer for fall 2012. You must keep track of each requirement and make sure everything is submitted correctly.
January Transfer Tips for Students Planning to Transfer Fall 2012
Happy holidays. December goes by so quickly, so please help kids with their college and scholarship applications. There is still so much we can do to help these amazing kids.