4 Recommended Posts on College Applications
College applications can seem like an intimidating labyrinth for any student new to the process.
How many colleges should a student put on their list? What’s the difference between a major in biology or biochemistry, and is one of them ‘better’ if you are aiming for the medical field? What makes an Ivy League college different from other colleges?
Confused on what you should know about college applications? Here are 4 recommended IvyBoost posts to read about college applications.
1. What to Ask Yourself When Choosing a College Major (now with new vlog!)
You may be a student who already has an academic interest in math, but is not sure how that translates to a future college major. Or perhaps you’re a student with a strong interest in the arts, but is not sure what options there are to connect it to a future career. This post will provide a starting point to help narrow down an idea for a college major.
2. What Makes an Ivy League College the Right Fit for You
Many students have heard of the big-name Ivy League colleges, but don’t necessarily know very much about the schools themselves. If you’re a student considering applying for an Ivy League college, this is a good post that outlines various features of those schools and why it may be the right environment for you.
3. What’s the Difference Between Public Colleges and Private Colleges?
If you’re planning for your college list or a college visit as a junior or a rising senior, these differences about public colleges and private colleges are great details to keep in mind.
4. 3 Tips for a Standout Recommendation Letter
Recommendation letters are an additional important facet of college applications. Knowing what tips to think about for these letters before requesting recommendations increases the likelihood of it going more smoothly for a student.
Of course, these posts only serve as an introductory overview to the college applications process. To learn even more on college applications directly from our counselors, you can sign up for IvyBoost’s May forum on College Applications for Saturday, May 31!
