UCLA more selective that UC Berkeley

Move over Bears because it looks like its now harder to be a become a Bruin:


http://www.dailycal.org/2012/04/19/ucla-surpasses-uc-berkeley-as-most-selective-campus-for-californians/

ACT - SAT Conversion Chart

                       SAT-ACT Conversion Chart

ACT Composite                 Old SAT                  New SAT


36                                      1600                          2400

35                                  1560-1590                    2340-2390

34                                  1520-1550                    2280-2330

33                                  1480-1510                    2220-2270

32                                  1440-1470                    2160-2210

31                                  1400-1430                    2100-2150

30                                  1360-1390                    2040-2090

29                                  1320-1350                    1980-2030

28                                  1280-1310                     1920-1970

27                                  1240-1270                     1860-1910

26                                  1200-1230                     1800-1850

25                                  1160-1190                     1740-1790

24                                  1120-1150                     1680-1730

23                                  1080-1110                     1620-1670

22                                  1040-1070                     1560-1610

21                                  1000-1030                     1500-1550

20                                   960-990                        1440-1490


*Based on UC interpretation

The College Interview: Don't Panic

When the phrase college interview comes up most students panic, but quite honestly the interview should be one of the more enjoyable parts of the admissions process because you can learn more about the college and they can discover more about you.  Most students come out of the interview relieved because they realize that the interview is not an interrogation and more of a conversation.  Here are a few essential dos and don’ts to make the most of your interview:



Do

• Do research and prepare to ask questions about the school to demonstrate your interests
• Do bring your resume, transcript, and supplemental material just in case your interviewer asks for additional information
• Do remember simple courtesy (firm hand shake and eye contact)

Don’t

• Don't be late
• Don't respond to questions with just yes and no answers
• Don't be afraid to elaborate on your achievements and interests
• Don't forget to write a thank you note
  

Good Luck!

Coleen Bryan is an independent admission consultant serving southern Orange County with her college counseling expertise.   Follow her on twitter or become a fan on facebook.

UC extends application deadline due to computer glitch

Hundreds of students were unable to send their University of California application due to a computer error, so the UC has decided to extend the deadline to tonight at 11:59 PM.

USC Application tips: Activity Summary

The activity summary for USC is quite extensive.  I suggest that you start the process in a word processing program and than copy and paste.  They provide a great example of an activity summary within the application, so make sure to use that format for reference. Remember not to make this a laundry list, but a highlighted collection of interests and achievements.

Finding a Tutor

Some students may need a tutor to help them master a concept or for enrichment in a certain subject. Before you hire a tutor you want to make sure that they have the experience necessary to meet the needs of not only your student, but also your family. To assess if the tutor is the right fit consider asking some of these questions:

Have you worked with students from this school district?
What ages do you work best with?
How much tutoring experience do you have?
Have you had teaching experience?
What subjects do you tutor in?
How many hours do you plan on working with my student?
Do you have references and a background check?

By asking the right questions you start the process of finding a tutor to help your child succeed.

Here are some local tutoring resources:

Clarity Learning Center
Mathnasium

College Visits 101

College Visits are important elements of choosing the right campus for you because they allow a student to develop their own opinions about a campus. When you make your college visit be sure to leave your assumptions at home and open your mind to the possibilities of the college that you are visiting. Here are a few tips to make sure that you make the most of your next college visit.

1. Listen to your first impression. Many students that I work with rely heavily on their first impression from their visit to make their final decision regarding the right college for them. Scribble down notes and take in your surroundings because the first few moments on campus will likely shape your overall opinion of the campus.

2. Enjoy being the “visitor” on campus. Do not try to blend in, but instead let people around know during your visit that you are checking out their campus and they will be sure to point out the campus highlights.

3. Read the literature. You can find out a lot about the culture of the campus by not only reading college view books, but also the school newspapers. If you have time check out a bookstore to get an idea of the overall tone of the campus.

4. Be a student. Go to a class that interests you or check out the dining halls for lunch to get a insider’s view of college life. Read at the local coffee shop or walk to the dorms during your visit. The best way to get a feel for the campus is to find easy ways that you can be like a college student in the few short hours that you are there (make sure to schedule your visit when classes are in session).

5. Find the fun. A sporting event of a great performance on campus will allow you to get a taste of the school spirit of a campus as a visitor.

By incorporating these tips you will make the most of your college visit and hopefully find the college that fits your academic and social expectations.

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