What Matters in College Admissions?
For many high school seniors, the stress of college admissions ramps up this time of year as early decision and early action application deadlines are approaching and final SAT and ACT testing dates are looming. Rather than expecting this to be a time of angst and anxiety, we encourage students, parents, and educators to pause and reflect on how the college process can be a time for exploration and self-discovery where teens can consider college choices that honor who they are and where they will thrive and be most engaged. The process offers opportunities for students to navigate joys, disappointments, and tough choices, and to practice resilience and independence.
Research shows that finding a “good fit” college where you can be engaged is more important for student learning, job satisfaction, and well-being than going to a highly ranked school. Here are several resources to share with students, parents, and educators to support a healthier, more balanced approach to college admissions. You can also find this info on the Resources section of our website.
Warmly,
The Challenge Success Team
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