Archive for April, 2008

Assert Yourself!

Wednesday, April 16th, 2008

I know there have been times when you’ve observed a teacher or another adult making a claim or explaining an answer that just sounded wrong. Did you speak out? Many…

PreLaw Courses: What Classes to Take Before Applying to Law School?

Wednesday, April 16th, 2008

How do you prepare for law school? Is there a particular set of courses that you should take to aid entry? What courses do law schools expect? …

Top Picks: GRE Prep

Monday, April 14th, 2008

If you’re planning to take the GRE, begin preparing early — way, way early. Why? The Graduate Record Exam taps a set of skills and knowledge. Begin preparing early and…

50 Topics for a Speech or Argument Essay

Sunday, April 13th, 2008

Trying to find a hot topic for your argument essay? It’s a good idea to think of a topic that really gets your blood circulating. You’ll want to write about…

Another Tough Year Ahead for College Applicants

Sunday, April 13th, 2008

This year proved to be one of the toughest in history for students trying to get into the nation’s competitive colleges. The underlying reason is simple: there were more high…

Doomed by a Low GPA?

Friday, April 11th, 2008

Does a low GPA doom your application? What if you have excellent GRE scores? Share your thoughts to this reader’s question about GPA and graduate school admission

Our Strengths and Weaknesses

Thursday, April 10th, 2008

Some people believe that they are naturally stronger in either the “arts” or the “sciences.” There are students who feel…