Ok, so you’re ready to start thinking about your college options. You have to think carefully about which colleges to apply to. Here’s a suggestion on how to go about choosing:
1. First, think about what you want out of a college. Don’t worry too much about detail (the weather, for example); just get down some main ideas. For instance, there’s no point applying to a large state university if you cannot see yourself ever attending a big university.
2. Then, write down a list of colleges that fit your criteria.
3. Separate this list into three categories: the colleges you’re most likely to get into (ones that have a very high acceptance rate, for example) – safeties. The ones that you know would be extremely difficult for you to get into – reaches. And the ones in between – reasonables.
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Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Choosing Subjects
So you have a million subjects to choose from, and you're totally lost? Here's a few tips on how to choose:
1. Choose something you're good at.
This would just make your life a little easier. You may not have to work as hard or put in the extra time, and you'll get a good grade.
2. Follow your passion.
Do something you truly enjoy. It's no use sitting in a class and being bored out of your mind. Besides, you probably won't be able to do very well anyway.
3. Don't give in to the pressure.
Don't let your parents, teachers or peers pressure you into choosing subjects that just aren't right for you. Listen carefully to their advice, explore all your options, and then choose subjects that seem sensible to you.
4. Challenge yourself.
College admissions officers want to see that you've chosen the most rigorous course available to you. So, choose a few subjects that you know are particularly challenging.
5. Manage your time carefully.
Don't choose too many subjects, or you won't have time for your extracurricular activities, or just for resting. On the other hand, don't choose too few subjects, because you'll have too much extra time on your hands, and you won't have challenged yourself (see 4).
And amidst all the hustle and bustle of the high school rat race, don't forget to just have fun!
1. Choose something you're good at.
This would just make your life a little easier. You may not have to work as hard or put in the extra time, and you'll get a good grade.
2. Follow your passion.
Do something you truly enjoy. It's no use sitting in a class and being bored out of your mind. Besides, you probably won't be able to do very well anyway.
3. Don't give in to the pressure.
Don't let your parents, teachers or peers pressure you into choosing subjects that just aren't right for you. Listen carefully to their advice, explore all your options, and then choose subjects that seem sensible to you.
4. Challenge yourself.
College admissions officers want to see that you've chosen the most rigorous course available to you. So, choose a few subjects that you know are particularly challenging.
5. Manage your time carefully.
Don't choose too many subjects, or you won't have time for your extracurricular activities, or just for resting. On the other hand, don't choose too few subjects, because you'll have too much extra time on your hands, and you won't have challenged yourself (see 4).
And amidst all the hustle and bustle of the high school rat race, don't forget to just have fun!
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