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College Application Essays: First Sentences and Why They Matter

College Application Essays: First Sentences and Why They Matter

by Susan Osborn | Jul 31, 2018 | College Admissions

You’ve heard it before but I’m going to say it again: In this age of unprecedented competition for college admission, the first sentences of your college application essay matter more now than ever before. Ordinary college application essays don’t get read.   Why?...
Why You Don’t Need to Take the SAT and ACT Essays

Why You Don’t Need to Take the SAT and ACT Essays

by Susan Osborn | Jul 18, 2018 | College Admissions, SAT/ACT Test Prep

 Before you sent the College Board or American College Testing Program (ACT) money to register your child for the SAT or ACT essay, read this. Most American colleges no longer require students to take either. In fact, as of July 15, 2018 only 19 colleges now require...

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