Medical doctors practice a highly rewarding and well-compensated profession. But to become a doctor, one must overcome formidable barriers that begin with admission to medical school, a highly competitive undertaking. Fortunately, there are steps that a student can take to improve their chances of admission. Medical schools receive thousands of applications every year for a […]
Admissions committees at top colleges are not impressed by applicants who are focused solely on themselves. They seek applicants who are aware of the world around them and have admirable personal traits. One particular trait that appeals to them is altruism. Colleges look for applicants with a strong record of community service as an expression […]
The development of a balanced and well-researched College List is essential to success in college admissions. It is the set of colleges that suit a student exceptionally well and to which he or she will apply for admission in senior year. Seniors should be finalizing their lists and juniors should begin researching and developing their […]
This is a form letter that a college applicant might dream of sending out: Dear Sir, I have received your acceptance for admission, and I regret to inform you that I will not be attending your college in the coming years. As a senior in high school, I have applied to many other fine institutions […]