For my October Facebook Live Q&A, I answered questions from high school students and parents from across the country on topics like course selection, filling out the Common App, test scores, and much more!
If you missed this session of Ask America's College Counselor, keep reading for a list of some of the questions I answered and to watch the full video.
SOME QUESTIONS YOU'LL SEE ME ANSWER:
- What is the best way to show a Likely school that you're interested in attending even if you’re a "high stats" student?
- My son’s school does not offer a regular biology class. Should he take biology elsewhere?
- What is your opinion regarding schools shifting from test-optional to test-required?
- Is it okay to list all of my extra honors and extracurricular activities in the Additional Information section on the Common App?
- Could an acting award earned at a statewide thespian conference go under honors?
- What is the best way to figure out if my child is interested in engineering or just a BS in math/science?
- Is it okay if both letters of recommendation are from humanities teachers, not STEM?
- How do you determine whether or not to send your test scores to a highly selective college?
- For Early Action applications, is it a good idea for a senior to send their first quarter grades if they are strong?
- How do you find the Common Data Set for a particular college?
- If your child went to multiple summer camps at various colleges, should they list them on their application?
- How do you consider campus safety when making your college list?
- How can you help a sophomore decide what major to list on their future college application?
- Should an AP score of a 4 be submitted?
(Note: If you're unable to view the video below, click here to watch!)
