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What is Your Student’s Spike in the College Application Essay?

Jul. 12, 2022

A student with a “spike” in their application can set themselves apart. A spike is a concentrated interest of a student’s that they display to an admissions team. Spikes can be beneficial to the college application, particularly when shared in a compelling essay. Colleges are looking for students who will add value to their institution.  Almost every student who applies to college has a wide array of extracurricular activities, but it’s what makes your student stand out that should be shared. 

Tips and Tricks to Deal with Stress When Taking the SAT/ACT

Mar. 08, 2022

While the idea of college might excite your student, SAT stress and ACT stress are very real. This aspect of the college journey can be overwhelming for many. Students want to put their best foot forward on those college applications, but preparing for yet another exam in addition to their school work is a lot.

Here are tips for students on how to deal with stress related to the SAT/ACT.

College Board announces the SAT is going digital

Jan. 27, 2022

On January 25th, 2022, the College Board announced the SAT is going digital and by 2024 all students in the US and abroad will be taking the updated, shorter version of the exam completely online.

 

Here is a statement regarding the recent College Board announcement and the upcoming SAT format changes from Anne Huntington Sharma, President and Board Member, Huntington Learning Center. 

Setting Your Middle School Student on the Right High School Academic Track

Oct. 12, 2021

Registering for classes in high school might sound simple, but choosing the right classes is essential. Here are four tips for parents of middle school students looking ahead to high school or freshmen thinking ahead to college.

Seven Ways College is Different From High School

Dec. 11, 2020

College is very different from high school. But how exactly? Here are seven of the biggest ways that the two differ to make your teen aware of.

SAT ACT Exams Postponed Due to COVID-19

Mar. 17, 2020

As news around the United States continues to pour in about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), the two largest college placement examination groups in the country have announced that they will be rescheduling or canceling upcoming testing dates.

Five Ways to Convince Your Child of the Importance of College

Mar. 10, 2020

The way you talk about college can have a tremendous influence on your child. Here are a few facts to share with your child to convince him or her that college is an excellent idea.

Life After High School: Five Tips to Help Your Teen Be Successful

Dec. 10, 2019

While school is obviously very important, there are many aptitudes beyond the academic that children will need for college and life. Eileen Huntington offers several tips on how parents can get their children ready for a successful life after high school. 

Five Tips from Huntington Learning Center on Filling Out College Applications

Nov. 26, 2019

There’s a lot for students to do when it comes to preparing to go to college. Eileen Huntington of Huntington Learning Center reminds parents that the volume of to-dos increases substantially. As teens near the time when they need to submit applications, she offers five tips for working on those college applications.

What You Need to Know about SAT Adversity Score

Jul. 25, 2019

Wondering what exactly to expect regarding the Adversity Score (also known as the Adversity Index)? Huntington discusses the three different components.

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