SAT score choice policy – new fun, same stress

In other words, there is SOME possibility that the Collegeboard (motto: Why take a nickel if we can get a quarter? Educationally, of course), added score choice because the SAT was losing some market share to the ACT, or because score choice encourages students to sit for the test more times (ok, just really the wealthier students that can afford more tests). I believe, however, that the Collegeboard was trying to a good thing, since if this was just about making money they would be better off just adding another mandatory writing test.

Rules for dating (getting admitted to) a college or university

The more enthusiastic you are about a college, the more they want you. You’d think that’s a no-brainer – that any university would of course want enthusiastic students, but actually it usually has more to do with marketing.

Bah Humbug on your Facebook

As if waiting for admissions decisions while colleges spam you with “holiday greetings” that are really application deadline reminders wasn’t enough to dampen your festive spirit, along comes a new Scrooge.

Hug Your Guidance Counselor

in the spirit of these dreadfully timed holidays, do something nice for your guidance counselor.

Funny email names and deadlines

So, to recap – use an email address that isn’t likely to become a source of amusement to the admissions committee, and get your materials in on time (and of course apply to Mason).