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Resources and information for college applicants.
Recorded Webinar: How to Create a Balanced College List
During this presentation, we review how to gather data to determine Likely, Target, Reach and Lottery schools, the elements of a balanced list and a student profile example with outcomes. To view the video presentation, click here. Here is a PDF of the slides.
Recorded Webinar: What You Need to Know about Letters of Recommendation (LORs)
Ever wondered what the form looks like for teachers and how colleges look at recommendations? In addition to LORs, Roxana and Jenny also discuss the best ways to keep track of your college visits. To view the presentation, click here.
Taking a Closer Look at SAT 2s
Taking a Closer Look at SAT 2 Subject Exams and University Testing Policies This is a VERY complicated topic. Get informed by doing your research and using the information below.
Recorded Webinar: Everything you Need to Know about SAT 2 Subject Exams and University Testing Policies
In 30 minutes Jenny Dumas and Roxana Dommer from College Calm cover the topic of SAT 2 Subject Test, when they are needed and how to find college testing requirements. For more resources on testing and specifically SAT Subject Tests, visit our blog.
Recorded Webinar: The Myth of Fit and College Research
In 30 minutes College Calm explains how to find colleges that fit students in different ways and shows you all the tools you need to do really good college research. For hyperlinked slides of the presentation, click here. The college search process can be so overwhelming and unfortunately, the cost of college is so high now that families need to due diligence. But where to start? How can my child use his limited time do
Some Truths about Testing
Standardized testing is often the most unpleasant and anxiety-producing part of the college admissions process. We wanted to take the time to answer your most pressing questions and give you the resources you need to figure out what is best for you. In the coming months, we will also go more in-depth into different topics addressed below. What do my PSAT Scores mean?