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What to Expect as a 1L

Congratulations on being accepted to law school. Many people feel that getting in is the challenging part, but ask most 1Ls about two weeks into their first semester how things are going and you might get a less than confident response. This is due, in large part, to the differences between college and law school. […]

What is Law School Like?

The daily life of a law student involves two things that you may not be familiar with: case briefing and outlining. These two skills are necessary in order to be successful because of the Socratic Method.   What is the Socratic Method, you may wonder?  Well, the Socratic Method of teaching involves almost no lecturing and […]

Your College Application Admissions Timeline

The college admissions process can feel overwhelming for many students. There are many moving pieces and it is important for students to stay organized. Additionally, there are many time-sensitive parts of the admissions process that need to be completed in a certain timeframe.  The good news is that the admissions process will run on a […]

NCLEX Question Strategies: Communication Questions

Communication is emphasized on the NCLEX-RN® exam because it is critical to your success as a beginning practitioner. Therapeutic communication means listening to and understanding the client while promoting clarification and insight. It enables the nurse to form a working relationship with both the client and the health care team, using both verbal and nonverbal […]

Ultimate Guide to Gap Year Programs

Gap years after high school and before college can take many different shapes. It’s important to prioritize what is important to you when determining how to spend your gap year.   Depending on what your career and educational aspirations are, you might choose to spend a year between high school and college doing one or more of […]

Should You Take a Gap Year After High School?

  You’ve likely heard the term “gap year” before. But what many people don’t understand is that a gap year shouldn’t be treated as a break. Instead, a gap year is a year between high school and college in which you gain experiences that are unique to this time in your life, that will help […]

What is Rolling Admissions?

What if I told you that you could get into college as early as September or October of your senior year? Instead of waiting until December, January, or even later for your decisions, you could go through your senior year with less stress knowing that you are already accepted to a great college. This can […]

ACT vs SAT: Is the ACT Easier Than the SAT?

Deciding whether to take the SAT or the ACT is often the first major step in the college application process, and it can seem like a daunting one. However, simply understanding what differentiates the two tests can make the choice much more manageable. The SAT and ACT are more similar now than they ever have […]

How To Deal With Test Anxiety

ACT,  GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, and SAT are acronyms that induce strong emotions from students who are applying to college or graduate school. Ditto for your average Algebra or US History exam. Testing is a stressful process for many students. I’m sure some of you are feeling your palms start to sweat by just reading […]

The Rising Importance of AP Exams

AP exams are only offered once-a-year each May, so the right prep is crucial to get a passing score. Understanding the importance of AP exams, and why they make a difference to colleges and universities, will help you achieve your AP goals.   Advanced Placement classes, or AP classes as they are commonly known, are […]