College Fairs are a great way to ‘see’ several colleges in one place. Each fair hosts several colleges at once. Students can walk from booth to booth and speak to admissions reps from all over the country. We recommend students come dressed appropriately with their college resumes in hand. Students, be sure to ask for a business card from each …
Job Shadowing Over Winter Break
It’s mid-September and you’re now back in the swing of school. Winter break may seem like a long way off, but it’s only a few short months away. This is a great time to schedule Job Shadow opportunities. Job shadowing not only gives you the opportunity to observe potential career choices, but it also allows you to make contacts. These …
How To Ace The College Interview
You’re dressed are ready to go. You’ve practiced your answers and are sitting in the waiting area. Interviews tend to count for 10 to 20 percent of the admissions process. Don’t be nervous. We’ll help you get ready for the interview. BE YOURSELF Be confident and smile. This is one of those times in life when you get to talk …
College Essay Tips
Most high school students struggle with writing their admissions essays. Our counselors are here to help you. Email us any questions at college@lighthousecollegeplanning.com with any questions. Here’s some tips. 1. Be Yourself. Colleges are looking for students who will bring something to their campus. Don’t be afraid to show your personality when writing your essay. 2. Be Concise. Admissions officers …
Money Management for Students
College is a great time for your child to begin to hone their money management skills. The majority of people operate on an account balance form of budgeting. However, when an emergency hits, like a car repair, and the account balance is too low to cover the repair, you will have to ‘borrow’ from another source. Another option is budgeting …
Course Selection – A Key Ingredient In College Entrance Requirements
Planning your high school schedule is an important step in setting yourself up to get into the college of your choice. Colleges want to know that you’ve challenged yourself. What kind of goals did you set for yourself? Did you take advanced, honors, or AP classes? College admissions officers look to see if you took the easy road or if …
Study Skills
As we head into the school year, we want to emphasize the importance of good study skills and habits. This article from http://www.educationcorner.com/habits-of-successful-students.html has great advice. 10 Habits of High Effective Students Some people believe that really successful students are just born that way. True, some students are able to breeze through school with little or no effort. However, …
Going to College? Here is a Packing List!
Going to college is an exciting and sometimes stressful time. Below is a partial list of things you’ll need to take with you. Some of the things you take for grated at home, you won’t have there if you don’t bring it with you. This list will help you purchase things over the summer. Personal Care Items Acne Cream Adhesive …
Career Planning – An Important Step
We thought this post was worth a second look. Career Planning is Key to Success Career planning is step one before choosing a school. When students are clear on their career choice, then the next step is to select a college with the right major for that career. This eliminates the need to transfer schools later. Career planning is often …
Social Media – Colleges Do Look
Admissions officers do look at your social media. Follow these tips to keep yourself safe and to protect your image. Keep it Clean Potential colleges and employers may look at your social media sites. Before you post something ask yourself if what you’re about to post hurt your future opportunities? If the answer is yes or maybe then don’t post …