The List Ladies are back to provide their unsolicited advice on a topic they are only semi-qualified to discuss. We’re moms and we’ve been through the hell that is college admissions a couple of times. If you have a child in high school and you haven’t started thinking about the college admissions process, do not fret. We’ve got you covered.
- Get an SAT or ACT tutor if you can– your child will benefit from this extra edge
- College Counselors – at school or private- can help you find the right fit for your child
- Keep your kid’s shit to yourself – everyone be quiet! It’s none of their business, or yours
- Geography matters – you are competing against your peers
- Look for money – it’s out there!
- GPAs – ugh
- Start your essays early! Summer between Junior and Senior Year – do it. Get it done!
- Major – why do you have to know your major? Moon wholeheartedly disagrees, but it’s the reality. Pick the right major to get in – this is where college counselors could help. You want to be strategic.
- It’s REALLY about fit. Find your Fit. We cannot say it enough.
- There is no one pathway– everyone has a pathway, you will find yours. Do not worry.