Posted on: 14 Aug 2026
On August 1st, the Common Application went live for the 2026-27 admissions season. If you’ll be applying to any colleges using this form, it’s a smart idea to start inputting information as soon as possible. Since most of your writing will need to be pasted in text boxes (not uploaded), you might be wondering whether […]
Posted on: 24 Jun 2026
If you’ve ever wondered what other people write about in their college application essays, you’re not alone. Just as reading a range of novels can expose you to unique takes on similar themes, seeing others’ college essay topic ideas can open you up to new possibilities, spark creativity, and enhance your brainstorming process. Since we […]
Posted on: 19 Jun 2026
Examples are integral to the learning process in just about every subject. In writing, they’re particularly important, especially when working with abstract concepts or attempting to master a new genre. Imagine how lost you’d feel if you had to write a poem without ever reading one, or craft a thesis statement without being shown a […]
Posted on: 21 May 2026
If college is an obstacle course, you will have plenty of moments when you’re leaping from rope bridge to rope bridge like a cat and countless others when you’re flailing upside down in your harness. Every class will test you in different ways, whether it analyzes Shakespeare’s syntax or quantum mechanics. Feeling in control of […]
Posted on: 19 May 2026
Building your high school course schedule can sometimes feel like playing Tetris. Can you maneuver every course into just the right sequence? What happens if two classes that you want to take are only offered during the same period? And how difficult are certain AP classes, anyway? Feel like those blocks are falling too fast […]
Posted on: 24 Mar 2026
Looking for a high school experience that is personalized and innovative, yet centered around academic excellence and human connection? One that provides a college-bound culture? That immerses you in a passionate and curious social community? If you’re wondering where this utopia exists, the answer is Laurel Springs School, a fully accredited, online private high school […]
Posted on: 16 Feb 2026
As a high school student, it can be difficult to find programs that offer innovative, fresh perspectives on popular topics. However, unique subject matter is just one piece of the puzzle. For a course to be truly impactful, it should be created and taught by an expert instructor with professional experience in the field. Wondering […]
Posted on: 13 Feb 2026
Hoping to take a course this year, but wondering where you’ll find the best combination of flexibility and rigor? Interested in exploring multiple subjects, but struggling to choose which one to pursue? Searching for a program that offers strong support alongside a healthy degree of autonomy? Look no further—Dartmouth’s Precollege Online Program for high school […]