How to Choose the Right Safety Schools 

How to Choose the Right Safety Schools 

This post is the final installment in our three-part series on how to choose the right reach, match, and safety schools. Since the college application process is so competitive, it’s not guaranteed you’ll get into your reach or match schools. This is where safety schools come into play: they may not be your first choice, but you have a great chance of gaining acceptance. That being said, apply to safety schools you’d actually like to attend, in the event that you don’t get accepted to your top-choice schools. Spend time identifying safety schools that are a good fit by noting academic requirements, planning campus vis ... Read More About How to Choose the Right Safety Schools 

What is it Like to Attend the University of Toledo?

What is it Like to Attend the University of Toledo?

Justin earned his bachelor’s degree in environmental science from the University of Toledo. He specializes in geometry tutoring, ecology tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, he shares his experience at the University of Toledo: Describe the campus setting and transportation options.  Justin: The campus at the University of Toledo is semi-urban. It’s located in West Toledo, a few miles from the downtown area. The university has a good bus system that takes you around campus and to a few locations in the city of Toledo. There is also an excellent bike trail that runs through the middle of campus and connects to the ... Read More About What is it Like to Attend the University of Toledo?

How to Find Educational Summer Camps

How to Find Educational Summer Camps

With the end of the school year quickly approaching, you may be searching for the perfect summer activities for your child. Summer camp is a great way to keep your child occupied, enjoying themselves, and academically stimulated throughout the summer days. You can find the right summer camp for your child by researching college and university camps and utilizing local resources, like bulletin boards. When searching for camps, first identify local camps, such as ones in your city or neighborhood. If you don’t mind driving, widen your search to the surrounding towns. If you’re unable to tell if a camp’s registration period is ... Read More About How to Find Educational Summer Camps

3 Reasons to Incorporate Technology Into Your STEM Studies

3 Reasons to Incorporate Technology Into Your STEM Studies

If you take a moment to look around, you may soon realize that technology is at your fingertips nearly every minute of every day. As a result, there are many ways in which you can use it for more than social purposes, including incorporating it into your learning time. In the STEM realm, technology can improve how concepts and skills are absorbed, from elementary and middle school lessons, to high school, college, and graduate courses. Incorporating technology into your STEM studies can elevate your personalized experience with learning, connect you with others in the STEM field, and introduce you to unique tools. Here is how you can utilize t ... Read More About 3 Reasons to Incorporate Technology Into Your STEM Studies

A Student Perspective on Harvard University

A Student Perspective on Harvard University

Sam is a current senior at Harvard University. He is majoring in human biology, and specializes in life sciences tutoring, test prep tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, he shares his experience at Harvard University: Describe the campus setting and transportation options.  Sam: Harvard is a mix between urban and suburban. Cambridge is definitely not a suburb, but it’s also much less crowded than Boston, which is just across the river. Most of the undergrad buildings are around the Yard in Harvard Square, and you could get to most classes in a five- to 10-minute walk. The dorms are spread out, with shuttle services run ... Read More About A Student Perspective on Harvard University