How to Survive the First Two Rounds of College Application Review
Strong academics and good test scores are essential to get students into the college admissions game, but those prerequisites are no longer enough to ensure that a student will be a successful player. Colleges want to create a community of learners and assemble a group of students that will make up a well-rounded class. Students
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Prep for the SAT® Test: Improve your chances of getting a great score!
High school students and their parents may feel the pressure to perform well on the SAT® exam. However, beyond understanding that good SAT® scores can and do make a difference when it comes to gaining admission to colleges, parents and students alike don’t necessarily have a full appreciation for why this exam matters. Besides, what
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Pre-AP® Courses are About to Change: Here’s What You Need to Know
In the fall of 2018, College Board® will begin offering Pre-AP® courses. That statement alone is confusing since many high school students think they have taken Pre-AP courses already—their high school transcripts even say it’s true. High schools were using the term Pre-AP without using a standardized Pre-AP curriculum, and College Board is about to
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What are the requirements for Enrollment at KD College Prep?
Before you choose to enroll your young scholar in any one of our KD College Prep test prep and college counseling programs, take some time to review our enrollment recommendations and grade level requirements. Although our programs are designed for different grade levels, the most important thing is that a student has a willingness to
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We show students how to apply themselves academically!
What is the best way to study? Anyone who has experienced the after effects of cramming, or has learned the difference between memorizing and comprehending subject matter, knows that poor grades aren’t necessarily due to a lack of effort. However, study habits have to be acquired before they can be nurtured. At KD College Prep,
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Choosing a Test Prep Program: Improved Test Scores & Expanded College Opportunities
High school students live in anticipation of standardized assessments such as the PSAT/NMSQT®, SAT®, and ACT® tests. Although test scores are not the only factor college admissions committees take into consideration, they can definitely help secure acceptance. Moreover, many scholarships and awards are based on college admissions test scores. Better test scores don’t guarantee college
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May 1st Final College Choice – Decision Deadline
May 1st marks college decision day, the national deadline for many colleges, on which high school seniors must make their final college choice. Choosing which college to attend is likely the most significant life decision most seniors have had to make. While this is an exciting time worthy of celebrating it can also be confusing,
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College Preparatory Curriculum – We’ve Served Over 60,000 Students
What qualifies as good performance on college admissions tests is changing. More teens than ever are applying to college, and that means more students are taking college admissions tests. Increased competition leads many students to look for ways to reach their full potential on these critical tests. Luckily, your young scholar has many excellent test-preparation
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10 Ways to Support Your Child During the College Admissions Journey
College admissions season is challenging. But you are the exact parent your child needs. Say that to yourself: I am the exact parent my child needs. It’s true! You are here in your child’s life during this time for a reason, and with grace, patience, and humor, this can be a rich time of learning
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Student Highlight: Thomas
“I think everything takes efficient preparation,” Thomas D. says as he explains how he balances school, work, and his social life. Thomas is a junior at Plano East Senior High School (PESH), an officer for the National Honor Society, and second chair for viola in the orchestra. Thomas joined KD as a freshman who was
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