Category Archives: November 2013

Each year, colleges and universities use a number of criteria to decide which applicants to admit. Although the weight placed on these may differ, most schools will consider the following, in order of importance: Grades: Grades are always the single … Continue reading →

Neuroscience is the study of the brain and nervous system, with an emphasis on how the nervous system affects human behavior.  Neuroscientists are interested in understanding how the human nervous system develops and functions throughout life, and seek to find … Continue reading →

Have you ever wondered what you can do to improve your chances of getting merit aid from a college? An intriguing study from the University of Rochester in New York may hold some clues.  Jonathan Burdick, their Dean of Admissions … Continue reading →

Unlike a job interview, it’s rare for a college interview to be the deciding factor in a college’s admission decision.  A great interview won’t make up for undistinguished test scores or a mediocre transcript; however, a really good interview can … Continue reading →