College Application Booster​®: Get ahead on your college application!

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From exploring extracurricular activities to building a passion project, studying for the SAT, or completing the Common App, the college application process can seem daunting and complicated.

The college admissions landscape is ever-changing—we stay up-to-date on all of the latest trends and developments in higher education to set families up for success. Our expert resources provide students and parents with all of the information they need to know about each step in the college admissions process.

TRENDING RESOURCES

College Application Timeline

College Application Timeline

Navigate your junior and senior years with ease using our comprehensive guide on the college application timeline, covering every critical step in detail. By following these steps, you'll be set to tackle your college applications efficiently and effectively.

GUIDES

Picking a Music School

Picking a Music School

Choosing a music school requires students to consider additional factors on top of the normal considerations they should take into account when creating a college list. This guide offers ...
UC Activities List

UC Activities List

Take full advantage of the UC application's activities section with this guide, offering insights on featuring diverse experiences, from volunteering to club participation.
Common App Additional Section

Common App Additional Section

The Common App additional section offers applicants a space to further contextualize their applications and provide additional information that was not included elsewhere. This guide offers ...
College Application Timeline

College Application Timeline

Navigate your junior and senior years with ease using our comprehensive guide on the college application timeline, covering every critical step in detail. By following these steps, you'll be set ...
Hook & Passion Project

Hook & Passion Project

In years past, the college admissions process was all about earning top grades and perfect test scores. However, the admissions process at top schools has become increasingly competitive, and ...
Sourcing Volunteer Opportunities

Sourcing Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteering can be a meaningful way to explore your passions and make a positive impact in your community—but how can you find the right opportunity for you? This guide has all the information ...
Finding Your STEM Hook

Finding Your STEM Hook

If you're interested in developing a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) hook in order to make your college applications stand out, this article is for you! STEM is a broad ...

MORE RESOURCES

Colleges and Universities

Choosing which colleges to apply to is one of the most difficult parts of the college application process—and one of the most important.

College Application Supplement Guides

Updated for 2023-2024

Review dozens of college supplement guides for 2023-2024 applications are released!

International Student Resources

We know how challenging applying to college can be for international students, so we’ve compiled helpful guides to help you navigate the process.