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Students sit through the SAT test for almost four hours. They carefully write and revise their college essays countless times. And grades are the culmination of their schoolwork over the entire semester. All of these components, while essential, are considerable investments that require a large portion of a student's time. But... what if there is a way to appeal to schools, and all you need to spare is just sixty minutes? Image from 60 Minutes on CBS Everyone has a favorite s

With the passing of the early action deadline for college applications, high school students should look to finish their applications once and for all to meet the approaching regular deadline on January 1, 2018. Even for those who have pending early decisions under their belts, it’s best to hope for the best and prepare for the worst as deferral remains a possibility. Here we've compiled some tips we feel will best help your application look its best in order to impress. 1. T

As October deadlines arise, THiNK PREP would like to give students a heads up on some important information concerning Early Action and Early Decision applications. Early Action is a way for students to submit their applications to school early, in November opposed to applying regularly in January. Here are some important questions to ask yourself to see if it's right for you: Is Early Action/Early Decision for Me? It is recommended for students to apply early if they have (

To help students stay afloat during the rush of Back to School, THiNK PREP has made a simple list of priorities students should keep in mind as they delve into the new school year. We’ve likened a school application to an ice cream cone, and how a student's academics make up the components of his own appealing application that admissions can’t deny. The Sprinkles - Final Touch Extracurricular Activities High schools and especially colleges seek students who are active inside

Your college essay is the personal portion of your application that shows admissions counselors who you are beyond grades and extra-curricular activities. Presenting your personality and answering a prompt in a profound manner can be a lot to handle for a short essay. Below are tips experts at THiNK PREP have compiled to facilitate your writing process. DO: 1. Remember First Impression Matters Engage your reader with a compelling introduction that commands attention. Your ess

image taken from vimeo Although the SAT test has been commonly believed to be more popular than the ACT test, thanks to rumors that top tier colleges look upon scores from the SAT more favorably, all colleges that require standardized test scores accept scores from both tests. College admissions counselors have also stated that there is no bias in their decision-making in regards to a student’s test selection. The ACT test is a valid alternative to the SAT test, and warrants