Applying to college is not an easy task. The first three years of high school are all about preparing for this process, don't forget SAT test, ACT test, SAT ll Subject tests, extra-curriculars, sports, AP test, college visits and getting GPA up. Those years are sure no walk in the park for rising seniors. However, the real challenge is just beginning and seniors fall is one of the most challenging semesters in high school, and when applying to college is layered on top of that. Things can quickly spin out of control specially when it comes to applying for college. It is far more important to have a plan in place and get it started early. Join discussion...

Taking a test is never something that should be taken lightly, and standardized tests can be very nerve racking. Most of the time these types of tests are considered very high risk. Your score can mean the difference in being accepted into the college or program of your choice, or not. Needless to say, preparations for these types of tests should be taken very seriously. Although it is not effective to simply try to cram a lot of information into your head the night before the test, there are some things that you can do to help face the test confidently. Join discussion...