How to Craft a Strong Activities List for College Applications

How to Craft a Strong Activities List for College Applications

By Justin B. For high school juniors, college applications may feel far away, but beginning to prepare for your activities list now can make it much easier to complete it later. The activities list is an important part of both the Common Application and University of California application, helping admissions officers understand how you spend your time, what you care about, and how you’ve grown outside the classroom. Here are

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5 Key Areas for 11th Grade Students

5 Key Areas for 11th Grade Students

by Jennifer L. Junior year is a crucial time for college preparation.  While senior year is when you’ll submit applications, the groundwork you lay now will make the process smoother.  Here are 5 key areas to focus on to begin preparing for college applications. 1. Stay Focused on Your Grades Your junior-year grades are the last full year of academics colleges will see before you apply.  Strong grades can boost

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Junior Year is Critical for College Admissions

Junior Year is Critical for College Admissions

by Tony T. Junior year is critical in building up your college admission profile, and getting you ready for your upcoming college application. Following is a brief list of areas that IvyBoost may help you with to boost your profile in junior year: Grades: Junior year grades are the most recent grades that colleges see when you apply. IvyBoost will monitor your GPA, help you manage your time more efficiently,

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What should a Junior do in March 2023 for Upcoming College Applications?

What should a Junior do in March 2023 for Upcoming College Applications?

by Tony T. With several months to go for the 2023-2024 college application season, it is the time for high school juniors to prepare for this overwhelming experience. IvyBoost would like to advise several tips for this important process: Focus on your academic performance: Colleges will look at your grades and the ones from junior year are the most important to prove yourself. If you feel a particular subject is

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