College Admissions

February 10, 2026
Item Response Theory

The A.C.T.: Is This Standardized Test Still a College Standard in 2026?

The American College Testing (A.C.T.) has been a fixture in American college admissions for decades. Defined by its 0-36 scoring system and mixture of Reading, English, Science, and Mathematics, few exams are a more […]
May 15, 2025

What Makes a Good College Fit?

For high school students, choosing the right college can be overwhelming. With long applications, essays, and paperwork, applying to every college isn’t realistic. Instead, focus on […]
April 2, 2025
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Recommendations for the New ACT

Originally written by Bill Huston and posted on: https://mindfish.com/blog/recommendations-for-the-new-act/ How is the ACT Changing? As we’ve discussed in previous posts, the ACT is undergoing significant changes […]
October 11, 2023

Extracurriculars to Avoid on the Common App

Originally written by Rasha Myers and posted on: https://sayhellocollege.com/blog/extracurriculars-to-avoid-on-common-app/ Many students struggle to decide which extracurriculars to include on their college applications and which activities to […]