During the Thanksgiving season, we may be more focused on our blessings than usual. But this shouldn’t be the case. There are strong arguments for making gratitude a priority throughout the year—especially for high school students.
Many high school students choose to take AP (Advanced Placement) classes. These are rigorous courses that allow them to earn college credit and perhaps skip some general course requirements in college. AP courses are offered in a variety of subjects—including English, science, social studies, math, computer science and a number of foreign languages.
Like it or not, change is the only constant in college admissions. While this ever-shifting landscape makes for exciting work as college counselors, we know that unpredictability can create stress for students, who have to manage so much already as budding adults. But let’s not forget that the actual adults – namely parents – have a lot to manage, too!
This time of year, high school seniors who applied to colleges by early deadlines have just received admissions notifications. We are of course thrilled for those students who have already been admitted, and we are equally excited for those who await further admissions updates. Whether you're eagerly anticipating responses or considering your next steps, we remind you that it isn’t over ‘till it’s over and that Moxie is here to guide you through the next stage of your journey.
Will current admissions practices foster a generation of more diverse leaders?
We're here to help with some suggestions for designing a waitlist plan of action.
Wondering whether you can drop your language course after you've fulfilled the requirement? Read on.
Still looking to apply? We've got you covered!
The early decision application can be a major boon for some students. But is it the right choice for you?
Invoke the Serenity Prayer. Control the "controllables."
We're welcoming some new faces into the Moxie family!
Will waiving standardized test scores stick around long-term or will schools revert back to old requirements?
Make sure to stay informed to have the best shot come application time!
It's time to starting thinking about your letters of recommendation.
How to think about your extra-curricular activities
Read this to learn the reason the Common App made a major change to one of its essay prompts.
The disconnect between how colleges treat legacy students and the rest of the applicant pool isn’t as simple as it seems.
Working with an independent educational counselor (IEC) means investing in a long-term relationship.
With a deep sense of pride and purpose, I am thrilled to announce the launch of Moxie College Counseling.
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