Doing our part to equip parents with awareness of admissions changes during COVID-19 so together, we create a framework that empowers students to thrive.
As we shelter in place during this new normal of COVID-19, several companies are offering free resources for students. Azusa Pacific University compiled a very helpful list, from fitness classes to waived services including internet, storage, and online video conferencing.
Read MoreBoth the SAT and ACT are piloting a digital, at-home version of their respective standardized tests. Again, not revolutionary given our new climate. But interesting from a PR standpoint. Between the two, the ACT is further along in test design and execution as leadership has announced a shift to online testing last school year even. What’s the impact of at-home testing?
Read MoreThe COVID-19 pandemic will forever modify the college application process for rising high school seniors
Read MoreMy heart breaks for my students. And the seniors. Oh, my heart breaks for my seniors. So, this week, I wrote a handwritten note to each and every one of my seniors. Because for as much as was lost or taken, so much joy, celebration, and perseverance has been found and given. It’s my hope that each senior knows how much they’re celebrated and spurred on. And maybe, through this experience, this little life chapter entitled “COVID-19” might become a bright light in their lives, a turning point, a catalyst, and maybe just maybe, a quarter turn into a new way of loving others and changing the world.
Read MoreCollege Board just announced that the June 6 SAT exam is now cancelled. The committee is investigating replacement test dates in July, August, and September.
Read MoreCOVID-19 is shifting the college admissions process and it’s a landscape that evolves daily. Virtual tours are great, but as you might remember from your own college search, nothing beats time on campus—chatting with admissions, observing a class, touring the dorms, sampling the cafeteria food, and stopping by the campus bookstore.
Read MoreNew rules from NACAC re: deposits, deadlines, and financial aid packages. How to make your money work for you this college admissions season
Read MoreHot off the presses: An update from CollegeBoard that was released this morning re: AP Exams and Online Courses.
Read MoreWhew. What a difference a few days can make. We are committed to equipping our parents and students with accurate news information regarding #COVID-19. At what's shaping up to the most difficult college admissions season yet, we will continue to share information on testing, deadlines, and application processes as we learn more.
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