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Tips If you are taking SAT Subject tests, it’s best to take them in May of your junior year as you are taking your AP exams for your AP Courses. — Junior year is when it is essential to visit campuses that now you know are more likely to be a match. Attend the structured tour and information sessions. Take notes on what you like and what you do not like. — ACT or SAT Test Day… the night before in bed by 10 and Saturday morning eat a wholesome healthy breakfast. — The college application experience is not about the ‘Getting In.’ It’s about the ‘Match.’ Finding the college where you will have the academic, social, athletic, artistic experiences and graduate within 4 years. — See more tips

Articles Who needs Harvard? – Time Magazine (August 2006) “Race to Nowhere” – San Francisco Chronicle (January 2010) Hidden Gem Universities – NPR, by Margot Adler (February 2007) University Cheat Sheet – USA Today (February 2006) Is there life after rankings? – The Atlantic Monthly (November 2005) How do parents know if their child is ready for college? – New York Times (2000) Words of wisdom for parents and seniors – Wall Street Journal (September 2005) A-Plus options for B-Students – Anne Mcgrath (January 2006) Suggestions for Athletes – Lindsay H. Taming the Monster – New York Times (April 2006) Admissions Tips – Education Conservancy Women in Science – Inside Higher Ed (July 2009) Links and Experts Fabulous RAP video on the SAT, produced by the college office and staff of Williamsburg Charter School in Brooklyn. Fastweb – Largest Free scholarship search site. Merit Aid – A comprehensive free directory of merit scholarships offered at US college As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER professional, Brian Wong is committed to helping families achieve their financial goads, including college funding. College Reality Check – The Chronicle of Higher Education.  This web site will help you answer the question “How much will I actually pay for my degree” and more. FinAid – The Guide to Financial Aid College Board for SAT and SAT Subject Tests ACT Resources Common Application Link CSS Profile Application Sign up for a FREE Word of the Day, great for SAT practice FAFSA Homepage AP Credit List How to “FAFSA” A Tutorial  (Click on The 7 Easy Steps to the FAFSA) NCAA Main Information Site NCAA Eligibility Center Site (to determine eligibility for Division I and II and/or Division III (or undecided) For Parents: JUNG Typology Test Student-to-School Counselor Ratio- American School Counselor Association