What Makes a College Essay Actually Good
In my experience, the college essay gets overcomplicated really quickly. Students feel like it has to be impressive
The Tribs EC Blog
Posts on the education topics students and families need to know: educational planning, college applications, finding the right private school, dealing with financial aid and scholarships, and inside looks from people who actually work in the schools.
By Maria Para
Choosing the Right Colleges to Apply To
Applying to college can be exhausting. Lots of writing, lots of reflection on your academic (and personal) past.
By Lily Crowder
The Art of the Personal Statement
The personal statement follows students through much of their lives. Sometimes it comes up for middle or high school applications, especially at private and boarding schools.
Intro Classes Can Feel Hard, That’s Normal
If you or your child is entering college, you may be intrigued to find out that the longer students are in undergrad, the more their classes often start to resemble grad school. Upper-level classes tend to be smaller, more discussion-based, and more focused, and in many cases, undergrads are with grad students.
Scholarships and Awards Every Student Should Apply To
Awards, prizes, and scholarships offer potential for a sparkling addition to any resume or application, as well as possible monetary rewards. More than just these tangible benefits, the process of applying is a great exercise for students pre-college who are looking to hone their writing abilities to better succeed with college applications. Many of these scholarships don't take exponential amounts of time, just some reflection, effort, and persistence if the first one you try doesn't result in an immediate win.
Letting Go of the Dream School
Let's be honest, everyone has a dream school. No matter where you are in the world, you've likely been influenced at some point to believe there's an "it" school. Maybe it's the beautiful campus, the famous alumni, or the excitement of a good basketball game. Whatever the reason, most people have a favorite.