Found 2 blog entries tagged as freshman year.

by Grace Bennett

My first year at University of Central Florida coincided with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and let me tell you, it turned everything on its head. The typical college experience I had envisioned was replaced by a mix of remote learning, social distancing, and face masks. It felt like a whirlwind of uncertainty and adaptation, but looking back, it’s clear that everyone’s college journey is unique, pandemic or not. As time went on, I realized that while the circumstances were challenging, they didn’t define my entire college experience. Adapting to virtual learning made me more disciplined and proactive in managing my time. Zoom study groups and online forums became my new way of connecting with peers, and they created unexpected…

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by Jenn Heller

Navigating the college application process involves a sequence of organized steps which includes standardized tests, personal statements, recommendation letters, and application submissions. Creating a compelling application package is essential for demonstrating academic excellence. While it's undoubtedly an involved process, its structure remains fairly uniform across most colleges.

In this article, we've tapered down the process to provide you with a clear roadmap of what lies ahead and when to begin working on each phase. Let's kick things off by outlining the typical things you'll need to compile and organize in order to begin on the college application journey.

8 Steps Through the College Application Process

Initiating the…

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