College Application 101

This course walks you through the entire college application process, step by step. Whether you're a student just starting to think about college or a parent helping your child navigate the journey, you'll find practical guidance here.

What You'll Learn

  • How to research and build a balanced college list
  • The essentials of writing a compelling personal essay
  • Tips for requesting strong letters of recommendation
  • How to stay organized and meet every deadline

Lessons

1

Building Your College List

How to research schools and create a balanced list of reach, match, and safety schools.

2

Writing Your Personal Essay

A step-by-step guide to crafting a compelling Common App personal statement.