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p>Matching to a residency program through the NRMP® (National Resident Matching Program) is a competitive endeavor. Even top-tier candidates can have difficulty getting PGY-1 (post graduate year one) positions in many specialties. Those that do match may not get their first or second choices, leaving them in suboptimal locations or programs. Consequently, the submission of an excellent residency application is crucial. The Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS®) is a centralized program that transmits applications, letters of recommendation (LOR) and other supporting credentials from the applicant to program directors using the Internet. Most residency programs now use ERAS®...

Many of us run around with a seemingly endless supply of work that we haven't yet gotten to. Time management tips are important to everyone. They are critically important to the home based business entrepreneur. It can, in fact, mean the difference between the success or failure of your work at home enterprise. I'm an author, educational consultant, wife, mother of five children, college admissions consultant, and tutor who has operated several work at home businesses, so I know a bit about successful ways to improve your time management skills. I may be one of the original multi-taskers, so I'll let you in on my favorite time-management activities. When we talk about time management, we are really...

It is amazing the number of people who wish to join a Think Tank these days. Perhaps it is for resume padding or self-esteem building, but either way a Think Tank must be very careful who they allow to join. As the coordinator for an Online Think Tank, we have many people attempt to join our Internet and Local based Think Tank Groups. The number of resumes we have to go thru is literally a full-time job. Even once we find some one we think might be a potential candidate a few email conversations generally give away their true abilities to reason, think around the box and/or solve problems. Most simply are not as good as they think they are. Why is this? Why is everyone so full of themselves and...

As if being the parent of a hormonal walking ball of energy is not enough excitement, half way through your child's junior year of high school in Connecticut you realize that you will be the one filling out the college admission forms, financial aid forms and paying for the application fees. This means that you will most likely be the one stressing out about deadlines, scrambling for your financial records and being tempted to apply to a couple of Connecticut Colleges because each one charges a small fee to apply. If you have all of a sudden found yourself in this situation then here are some life and hair saving tips: - Apply to at least 6-8 colleges. Make an appointment with a Connecticut college...

What do you want to be when you grow up? What college do you want to go to? These are related questions, and if you still don't know the answer to either question, don't worry - you're not alone. Everyone considering college has the same questions. You're not required to have your career mapped out to start your college search, but as you are filling out those college applications, you should definitely be thinking about your career path in order to make the most of your college years. Try these steps to get started. Take An Honest Look in the Mirror. What kind of personality do you have, and what type of work will keep you happy and satisfied? Look at your hobbies and interests. What do you like to...

Many tutors provide homework help for students. Sessions can also include helping students prepare for quizzes and tests. However, too often students who work with tutors still struggle in their classes. Sometimes their grades do not improve, disappointing both the student and the parent who has paid lots of money with hopes that it will make a difference. Often, the tutor may just help alleviate the symptoms of the student's struggle in class, never really fixing the underlying problems that the student is having in the subject area. While some of these underlying problems can just be directly related to fundamental areas that the student is lacking an understanding in within the subject, too often...

One requirement that most schools have, be it a high school or a college, is the requirement that students enroll in some type of foreign language course. For students in high school, a second language is a requirement for graduation. At the college level, foreign language is a requirement for admission. With this in hand, it is not hard to see that any student, traditionally-schooled or homeschooled, will at one point or another encounter the need to take a foreign language course or class. For the homeschooled student, learning a second language can present some challenges, especially if the parent delivering the curriculum is not fluent or experienced enough in the language that the student has...

What's bad about bad credit More important than almost anything else in your financial life is your credit score. Your credit rating is what anyone who makes any financial dealings with you will judge you on. In the modern day, far too many people are getting themselves into bad decisions and making poor financial judgments. When they do this, they end up with a poor credit score which means they will have higher interest rates, and then the cycle continues. Once you have attached a poor rating to yourself then you will be subjected to a cycle of debt that is hard to break. If you have a bad credit score, then you will be lucky just to qualify for a loan. Many banks and other lenders will not make a...

I felt unworthy when I contemplated penning a piece on Ivy League schools. After reading up on more facts about these schools, I realized that I was unworthy. The prestige of Ivy League schools is legendary. Since the American Revolution, or even earlier, they have been the best in America. Here are some details I'd like to share about the academic and athletic excellence of the Ivy League, all seven universities and 1 college of it. The Ivy League is comprised of Princeton University, Harvard University, Cornell University, Brown University, University of Pennsylvania, Yale University, Columbia University, and Dartmouth College. The most erstwhile university is Harvard University founded in 1636...

Unusual, weird and interesting scholarships Many students believe that they won’t be eligible for scholarships unless they’re the valedictorian or a star athlete or got a perfect score on their SAT. What these students don’t realize is that today there are scholarships for almost any skill or unique quality you can think of. You no longer have to break the state track record or win a national science fair to get money for college. Now you can earn scholarship money simply for having an unusual hobby or distinctive trait, for anything from knitting to being left-handed and from duck-calling to being interested in space and science fiction! Take a look at these weird, interesting, and fun...

Who wants to be rejected? None of us do, but for teenagers it may be especially painful. Many upon receiving the letter that begins "I am sorry to inform you" are devastated. They have spent four years studying hard, did test prep for the SAT and ACT, joined activities and became leaders, and poured out their hearts on the applications and essays. Why wasn't that enough to get accepted? Dealing with college rejection isn't easy for anyone, parents and students alike. High school seniors who applied to more competitive schools will probably experience more rejection than those students who applied to schools that were less difficult. But rejection still hurts. Here are a few tips to help parents and...

Unless your senior is planning on visiting the Sorbonne for a tour, or applying to two-dozen different colleges, the most significant of these expenses can often be the cost of tutoring. Of course, tutoring is not as essential to the college application process as, say, the SAT itself, or a strong personal essay. But SAT tutoring has persisted as a popular after-school activity for many seniors because taking the test requires a unique skill set, untaught in many high schools. As long as the SAT remains a barometer for scholastic performance, schools will continue to prepare their students for the SAT with varying degrees of success, or disregard the test and teach their own way. Either way...

When you first decide to homeschool your child, it can be overwhelming. All sorts of questions abound: what should we study; how; am I qualified? After you've gotten yourself into a routine, though, many of those uncertainties seem to fade away as you and your child discover the world together. However, after you've been at it for a few years, you're bound to notice that your child is reaching the age where people start asking about college. That opens up a whole new can of worms for a homeschooler, and a whole new set of questions pop up. Will my homeschooler get into a good college? Will admissions officers look negatively on the homeschooling experience? Will my child fit in with the other...

ge prep counseling has become a large and growing industry and there are thousands of people calling themselves educational consultants. Are private counseling services really beneficial? Parents and students should consider a few key points before paying money for these types of services. Is paid college prep counseling necessary? The competition for acceptance into top colleges seems to get harder each year. In addition to a high grade point average, advanced placement classes, and SAT scores, students may be expected to participate in extracurricular activities as well. Parents frequently hire private college counselors in the hopes of getting their kids in the right school. However, paying for a...

Taking the SAT and ACT is practically a rite of passage for high school students. Love them or hate them, for better or worse, they are part of the college search. You are going to need to take these tests to get into college. There is much stress and trepidation about the test taking process. The tests themselves have even become controversial as some teachers and administrators have spoken out against them claiming they are a poor representation of a student's ability and intelligence. But the SAT and ACT remain a fact of life. Standardized tests, and your performance on the tests, weigh heavily over the college admissions process. Many schools have strict test-score thresholds students must meet...

Your college search is a major production, and everyone you know has a role to play. For the show to run smoothly, all the players must know their roles and receive proper direction. Your parents, friends, teachers and mentors can all get into the act, but you are the director. If they try to hog the stage in your college search, they will do more harm than good. Your parents should: - Be the "back seat" drivers in the college search process - Know that things have changed since their college days - Not compare you with others - Be realistic and non-judgmental - Not overemphasize their alma maters - Help you understand the college search and admission process - Stay focused on your search and be...

The goal of most if not all parents that homeschool their children is to have them gain admission into a top college or university. For many, great effort is put into providing the right lessons and instruction at the elementary and high school levels in order to encourage and promote success on standardized tests and high school courses. By the time a student reaches high school, the curriculum can become intense and complicated, making the homeschooling process extremely challenging for a parent. For those parents who want to make sure their child is accepted into a top college or university, enrollment into a distance learning program at the high school level can be the best way to make sure that...

If you are planning to attend college this Fall then you know that May 1st is the big day in the college admissions process. Students must decide within the next few days whether to accept or reject an offer of admission and what college they will be attending. Maybe you got into your first-choice college and have no decision to make at all and already have started packing your bags. But, maybe your college choice is a little tougher than that. You could have been wait listed, received more than one acceptance letter or didn't get the scholarship you had hoped for to help pay for the private university tuition. Or maybe, like so many others, you just don't know what school you should choose. This...

We knew it was him.  Our little interviewee.  We could tell by the determined gait, the furrowed brow, and the tiny junior high school tie on 275 pounds of high school linebacker.   The Admissions Mavens love interviewing for their alma maters because meeting kids on the cusp of a huge milestone in their lives is truly exhilarating and keeps us young!  Did you go on an interview as part of your college application process?  If you applied to public universities, you probably didn't.  If you applied to some private colleges, the chances are good that you interviewed at a few schools.  Wanna know how the Admissions Mavens feel about the college interview?  We like it.  It doesn't really...

Private counseling for college preparation is a growing industry with thousands of people calling themselves educational consultants. Are private counseling services really beneficial? Parents and students should consider a few key points before putting out money for these types of services. 1. Should you pay for college prep counseling? The competition for acceptance into top colleges seems to get harder each year. In addition to a high grade point average, advanced placement classes, and SAT scores, students may be expected to participate in extracurricular activities as well. Parents frequently hire private college counselors in the hopes of getting their kids in the right school. However, paying...

When you venture into college admissions, you hear a lot about "fit" and "match".  Lots of times, counselors will say -- "don't look at the brand name, look for your right match."  (We agree with that, by the way.)  You will also hear college admissions staffers talk about "fit" and "match" as well -- as in "we are looking for students who are a right fit in our community."  All this talk can sound like mumbo-jumbo, and the concept of "fit" can get lost in the whole hurricane of college admissions marketing efforts.  But you know what?  It's really one of the most important factors when selecting a college. Here's a brief questionnaire to help encourage high school students to begin the...

Much of the college admissions process is simple words and numbers. Test scores. Transcripts. Essays. Even the most eloquent high school students struggle with the task of making their personality shine through the thick stacks of paper. That's why many colleges invite students for interviews. The college interview is your chance to distinguish yourself. The interview may occur during your campus visit with a college admissions officer. If you can't make it to the campus then an interview may be conducted over the phone, or with alumni in your town. Interviews may seem intimidating, but there is nothing to fear. This is your chance to shine. While you will be asked many questions you are not being...

College admissions continues to be a competitive and confusing process. Many parents realize for the first time that planning for college is very different from when they went to school. They often have questions and do not know where to turn for answers answers. Sometimes they are frustrated because they are not sure how to help their college-bound student. In order for students to find the best college fit, it is important to consider many different factors: size, location, academics, social aspects, and special interests. Most importantly, families should look at schools that encourage students to grow academically and personally. This process takes time and research, but finding the right...

College visits are one of the most important steps in the college search and selection process. They are the only way to get a true feel for a campus and find out whether it is the right fit for your student. College tours help students to find out about the admissions policies, programs, and campus culture. Here are 5 reasons why college visits are important for college admissions: 1. College visits are a great way to check out potential schools and light a motivational fire under prospective applicants. They also help to get students excited about going to college. A college visit can also help students understand what the college admissions process is all about and what is required of them in...

High school counselors spend an average of 23 minutes working with their college-bound students on the college search and college planning. Most high school counselors work with more than 350 students. Few high school counselors are able to visit colleges or attend conferences because their schools do not have the budget for them to do so. Many parents do not feel they have the ability to serve as a guide to college for their teenager. This is a real concern for families. What's a student to do? Many are turning to college consultants who are helping to fill this gap. They have the expertise to assist college-bound students with the college search and application process. They also have the passion...

It's no longer a surprise that many old people are going for adult education these days.But many people are going about it the wrong way.This article will provide you with useful tips on choosing an adult education college that will really suit your needs. It is not everyone that make the right choice when it comes to choosing a college to attend. The problem of making a right choice is made difficult because of the thousands of colleges and universities out there offering adult education. One of the things you must look out for when choosing adult education college is the accreditation of the college or university. You should be informed right away that not every college or university you come...

After you get done with the military or you become eligible to use your GI Bill you will want to take a close look at the colleges to see which are the most military friendly but also you will want to see which give college credit for military training. Many people do not think of this when they are applying to colleges but both on-campus and online colleges accept a certain amount of military training as credits. This will not only allow you to get through school quicker and maybe avoid some bad classes but it will also save you thousands as the average price per class at many schools is $500+ a class. If you can save $1,500-$5,000 from military training credits then that is more money in your...

Post baccalaureate premedical programs cater to students who are pursuing a career in medicine and have already received their bachelor’s degree. There are two traditional types of post baccalaureate programs: First, there are those that offer students the opportunity to complete the science courses necessary for a medical school application. Second, there are those that help students improve their grade point averages. In the latter case, students have completed the required pre-medical coursework, but want to improve their academic records in order to become more competitive in the medical school application process. There are other less common post baccalaureate programs that are devoted to...

The Get Into Uni personal statement writing guide contains systematic instructions on the techniques to help increase the odds of your application, however this article contains a short synopsis to writing your way into university. For most potential students there are some clear reasons why they wish to embark on university. The single best reason is that the subject area fascinates the reader. Please read our personal statement writing guide for more information and access our sample personal statements to read the best sample statements on the web. This article will offer insight into how you should approach your personal statement. One of the typical complaints of Admission Officers is that...

Getting into an Ivy League college on a football scholarship is a dream of many aspiring jocks. There's the opportunity to play for your college team and be a centre of admiration on the field as an alpha male. There's the glory of winning trophies and accolades, your practice sessions on the barking orders of the coach made all the more sweet when your team mates and you don Purdue University sweatshirts. Loyalty branding A great uniform to foster team spirit, college sweatshirts are ideal for gruelling training programs with adrenaline pumping warm up periods when paired with the right sweatpants. Capable of quickly absorbing perspiration and keeping the body warm at the same time, your sweatshirt...

How to write good essay is perhaps the most important skill you can learn if you want to go to college. And not only is knowing how to write good essay important for getting into school, it's also a skill that will get you through college or university. It might even help you land a job after that. Why is it so important to know how to write good essay? In the academic world, an essay represents your point of view. An essay is a form of communication; it is a way to say "I think...". A good essay works to convince your audience as though you were arguing with them in person. Because of this it's important to remember that you must anticipate your readers' questions, and you must take care to address...

According to a recent study of nearly 250,000 males between 18 and 19 years old, the first-born had an average IQ score 2.3 points higher than their younger siblings. Doesn't sound like much, right? But, those 2.3 points increase a child's chances of getting into an Ivy League school by 30 percent. The results also proved that IQ is, at least in part, determined by social birth order and not by genetics, putting an end to a nearly 70 year old debate. But, don't start resenting your older brother just yet. While the 2.3 points are fairly significant, they only reflect the educational potential of an individual. So, even if you weren't the first to arrive on the scene in your family, you are still...

Preparing for the SAT is something that every college-bound student does. If you're planning on getting into school and getting a scholarship, your SAT score can make or break you. You need to know a few things before you take the test. I'm going to tell you how to make a 2400 on the SAT, or pretty darn close. One thing that you need to understand is that studying is training. What you do when you study is what you'll do when you test. Plain and simple. You want to make a 2400, then get 2400's on your practice tests. How do you get there? Here are a few important study habits you're going to have to learn: - No distractions. Remain focused on your study, don't let people, TV, music, internet...

Students taking the SAT all across the country ask this question over and over again. So I am here to tell you what is considered a good SAT score. Ready? OK... Here we go! First of all a good score varies based off the schools that you are trying to get into. So I will explain what scores you need to get into different types of schools. Ok if you are trying to get into ivy league universities such as Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Columbia, Brown, Dartmouth, Upenn, Cornell or schools with acceptance rates under 20% (includes some prestigious liberal arts schools to) you generally should have a score around a 2,100 (math, reading, writing combined) For the so called easier ivys like Cornell a 2,000 is a...

Getting into graduate school can be a difficult feat to accomplish for many, especially those who are in very competitive fields. Many graduate schools not only turn a lot of people away each year, but some have very low acceptance rates to begin with. This means that you have to work extra hard preparing and writing your school resume as well as do everything possible to prepare for during your undergraduate years. Completing the Application Portion: The first step to preparing to apply for graduate school is filling out the application, which is standard at nearly all schools. This applications are pretty standard form, requesting that you document such things as your work history, relevant...

Mechanical Engineers are involved in the design and development of products and devices in countless industries including aerospace, automotive, construction and more. While the completion of an engineering degree requires much discipline and hard work, the search for mechanical engineering jobs tends to be a short one. If you have ever considered becoming a Mechanical Engineer, you will know that mechanical engineering skills are in high demand. If you're a young person and you're considering a career in mechanical engineering, here's a few things you can do to help your odds of getting into university and landing the engineering career of your dreams. When you're in high school, you'll want to...