Tag: applying to college
ACT to make science optional this spring
The ACT continues to evolve as one of the nation's eminent college admissions tests: science will be an optional subtest in 2025.
Affirmative Action Banned in College Admissions
The Supreme Court ruled that using affirmative action in college admissions decisions is unconstitutional; policy shifts will follow.
Modernizing the math classroom
Current math courses don't really help students use math in the world, say many who would overhaul the high school math curriculum.
Seniors need a homework break for college apps
Applying to college is stressful for seniors. Schools could help (a little) by giving them at least 1 weekend in the fall without homework.
Nebraska juniors will take the ACT on April 19
Should states replace their high school tests, used for meeting federal accountability requirements, with a test that matters for their students?
College apps bring their fair share of stress
Applying to college is tough these days, and the process sometimes stresses students out, esp. the essays. Rejection can be worse, but there's hope.
ACT to add support for English learners
ACT announced that it will provide some supports for English learners for its college admissions test, beginning in 2017-18.
Md. pours a little oil on the college app
Applying to college can be tough to navigate, but now a program in Maryland seeks to help students get through the process.
Applying to college? Look closely at your essay.
To apply to some colleges, you have to write an essay. Some counselors have noticed a few pitfalls many students have in writing the essays.
Reed College admits different students to get more money
http://www.nytimes.com/learning/students/pop/articles/10reed.html
Reed College in Oregon, just minutes from downtown Portland, is known for its academic rigor and free-spirited student body. But financial problems caused the...