Laura Barr

Navigating ACT/SAT in a Test-Optional Landscape What is a "test-optional" college admissions policy? It's actually quite simple. A test-optional policy means that you don't have to submit your standardized test…

Students with a diversity of experience have a background, upbringing, or other life circumstances that have fundamentally shaped how they see the world. These experiences could be cultural, ethnic, religious,…

Contribution to others has benefits that extend far beyond building an excellent resume for college applications. Contributing to others is known to make people happier, healthier, inspire others, and promote…