College Athletics: Starting the Recruiting Process

As a prospective student athlete, it is critical to prioritize finding the colleges that align with your needs and career goals, regardless of sports considerations. Just like the college selection process for the non-athlete, the first step is to identify the factors...

College Athletics: Understanding the Basics

Engaging in collegiate sports provides a great opportunity to balance academic pursuits with the sport that you love. Here is some basic information about the various governing bodies for college sports in the US: NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) The...

What’s Happening with Testing?

The college admissions process has long relied on standardized tests like the ACT (American College Testing) and SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) to evaluate the academic aptitude of prospective students. These tests have traditionally played a significant role in...

Finding Your Best Fit Colleges

The first step in starting to build a college list is to identify the factors that are most important to you. What should you consider? Many factors fall into four categories (academic, physical, social, and financial). Here are some things to think about:...