College Admissions with a Learning Disability

The college admissions process is often daunting. Add to that a learning disability or difference and the process can appear overwhelming. Fortunately, most colleges and universities offer a variety of services so that all students can mount those challenges. Here is a great article from the Washington Post about navigating the college admissions process if you are the student or parent with a learning challenge.

Free SAT Practice test

Kaplan, here in Columbia, is once again offering you a chance to take a practice full-length SAT on October 2. This is a great opportunity for you to prepare for either the PSAT or the SAT. Sign up today as space is limited.

US News and World Report's College Rankings

The U.S. News and World Report's Annual College Ranking has just been released. Use this as just one tool in choosing the right school for you.

Standardized Testing

It is that time of year when seniors are beginning to fill out applications for college. Part of the process is sending in either your ACT or your SAT scores. If you are a senior, you should know that most colleges will accept either the SAT or the ACT. Don't be afraid to send in all your scores. Generally, an admissions officer will use the higher score from either test. This may be from one sitting if you take the ACT or from multiple sittings from the SAT. If you have not yet registered, then do so quickly. Application deadlines are getting earlier and earlier.

Time to look at applications

It is the first of August, which means for many colleges and universities, Fall 2011 freshmen applications are now available. Don't wait. Take a look now at your college choices. You may also want to take a peek at the Common Application or the Universal College Application. Both of these are accepted at many colleges and universities and will save you time, and sometimes money. For all you seniors, the time is now to get started!