“Innovative and invaluable…use this book as your college lifeline.”
— Lynn O'Shaughnessy
Nationally Recognized College Expert
May 21, 2026
Community service projects can look great on college applications. But the difference between a worthwhile community service project and a flimsy excuse to check a box is not only...
Some high school students dream of writing for a living, perhaps pursuing an English or creative writing major in college or even attending a creative writing MFA program later...
May 19, 2026
The AP English Literature and Composition exam is made up of two sections: a multiple-choice section and a free-response section. Firstly, in the multiple-choice section, students answer questions pertaining...
The skill of writing an excellent argumentative essay is a crucial one for every high school or college student to master. In sum, argumentative essays teach students how to...
What is an informative speech? You may be asking this question if you find yourself needing to give one for a class or extracurricular. Unlike a persuasive speech, which...
May 18, 2026
What’s the most common phobia in the US? Snakes? Planes? Insects? Public speaking? Ding, ding, ding! If you chose the latter, you’re right on the money. According to an article...
May 17, 2026
Do you know that moment in your favorite film, when the soundtrack begins to swell and the main character stands up and delivers a speech so rousing, so impassioned,...
March 24, 2026
In need of the perfect biology research topics—ideas that can both showcase your intellect and fuel your academic success? Lost in the boundless landscape of possible biology topics to...
If you’ve ever found yourself scrambling at the last minute to come up with a compelling topic for a technology assignment, you’re definitely not alone. With deadlines creeping up...
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...
March 9, 2026
Should you take a gap year? To answer that question, we’ll need to make a brief detour to the 1980s. Back then, parents’ worst nightmare was that their flaky...
February 23, 2026
Earlier this month, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) named the list of Finalists for its annual scholarship competition. Along with the notification that they have advanced to the...
February 18, 2026
Hands-on laboratory-based research experiences are coveted by just about every STEM-oriented teenager on the planet. Of course, this level of demand renders such opportunities a valuable and rare commodity....
February 13, 2026
The modern education landscape is complex — there are online classes, traditional classrooms and a mix of both. Digital tools and technologies for learning make the process more convenient...
January 13, 2026
For decades, education occurred within traditional classroom settings. Today, technological advancements enable children to access quality education remotely. Virtual schools provide families with personalized and flexible learning solutions for...
December 22, 2025
Finding internships in high school can be difficult, especially because most internships are designed for college students and postgrads. It can be especially hard to find remote internships that...
December 14, 2025
Have you ever been browsing your YouTube feed and been inspired by Mark Rober’s awesome tech videos? Or maybe you recently saw The Social Network and were invigorated by...
December 1, 2025
Although some might think performing arts high schools are all musical theatre and no APs, the best arts-focused schools are rigorous, well-rounded institutions that push students to excel academically...
November 7, 2025
The answer to what students should strive for in most areas impacting college admissions is a straightforward, “More/higher is better.” Whether you’re talking about GPA or standardized tests scores,...
November 1, 2025
Did you know that there are over 20,000 high schools in the United States? With so many choices, picking the right high school might not be as easy as...
