What goals have you been setting in high school and what steps have you been taking to achieve them? Colleges don’t just want strong students—they want applicants who put their skills to the test. One of the most effective ways to do this is by competing in contests or competitions. Achieving success at the local, regional, state, national, or even international level shows admissions officers that you not only took the initiative to pursue your interests, but that you’re rea

Early college application deadlines—including Early Action and Early Decision—are fast approaching, with most falling in early November. Now is a good time for current seniors to “take stock” of all components of their applications, including essays, SAT/ACT scores, extracurricular development, and other supplemental materials like additional information responses, honors essays, and scholarship essays. B2A typically recommends students apply to around 10 colleges  in total:

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