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Testing/Test Prep

Should I Take the SAT or ACT? How to Pick the Right Test
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By Renee Roush
June 5, 2025 | 15 minute read

As Collegewise counselors, we have encountered many students who feel so anxious about college entrance exams. Between the SAT and the ACT, and standardized testing changes in recent...

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College Admissions

College Application Timeline: How to Apply to College
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By Collegewise Staff
May 26, 2025 | 18 minute read

With a dizzying number of college application components, it's hard to know where to start. To help your family stay organized and understand how to apply to college, we've put together...

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College Admissions

Unpacking Harvard's Legal Action: What the International Student Ban Could Mean
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By Collegewise Staff
May 24, 2025 | 7 minute read

For international students, and especially for their families, the news surrounding the recent federal action against Harvard University regarding student visas has undoubtedly...

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Advice for Parents Partnerships College Admissions

Homeschooling and College Admissions
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By Justyn Hardy
May 22, 2025 | 9 minute read

The decision to homeschool a child sparks an irrevocable bounty of benefits. With the increased flexibility of schedules, the opportunity to choose and adapt curriculum, and the ability...

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College Admissions

7 Tips to Overcome College Admissions Stress
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By Collegewise Staff
May 19, 2025 | 15 minute read

For many, applying to colleges can be an overwhelming experience. It can often lead to the question, “Why are college applications so stressful?” If you are a student (or parent)...

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Summer Planning

How to Find Summer Activities for College Applications
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By Collegewise Staff
May 9, 2025 | 13 minute read

Planning for the summer means booking trips, organizing get-togethers, and scheduling some well-deserved beach time. But for most students preparing for college applications, it also means...

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