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    Academic Tip of the Month – Email Control
    • Jan 4

    Academic Tip of the Month – Email Control

    Increase your chance of admission & recruitment with this ONE tip! This is the time of year where I do routine check-in meetings with all...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Webinars
    • Nov 30, 2020

    Academic Tip of the Month – Webinars

    The word of 2020 should be “Webinar”! We know you have probably had your fill of webinars these last few months, however, opportunities...
    Academic Tip of the Month – SQ3R Reading Method
    • Nov 2, 2020

    Academic Tip of the Month – SQ3R Reading Method

    By Rugger’s Edge Associate, Maggie Porter Do you ever struggle to stay focused while reading or have a hard time remembering what you...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Remote Learning Tips: Setting Yourself up for Success
    • Aug 31, 2020

    Academic Tip of the Month – Remote Learning Tips: Setting Yourself up for Success

    By Maggie Porter, RE Associate Are you returning to school online this fall? We’ve rounded up some tips and strategies to help you start...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Test-Blind vs. Test-Optional
    • Jul 4, 2020

    Academic Tip of the Month – Test-Blind vs. Test-Optional

    colleges adopting test-optional policies has some students breathing a sigh of relief. But before you completely scrap your SAT/ACT...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Testing Updates
    • May 4, 2020

    Academic Tip of the Month – Testing Updates

    Photo Credit: Arbor Bridge As I am sure you are well aware, there have been some MAJOR shifts in the standardized testing world from...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Rugger’s Edge Social Distancing To-Do List
    • Mar 31, 2020

    Academic Tip of the Month – Rugger’s Edge Social Distancing To-Do List

    Photo Credit: https://producthq.io/ With school closures and rugby seasons postponed indefinitely, everyone has a lot more time on their...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Follow the Money: Paying for College
    • Jan 1, 2020

    Academic Tip of the Month – Follow the Money: Paying for College

    As you and your family continue to search for your “Best Fit” college, no doubt the cost of each institution weighs heavily into that...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Service: Great for your Community and for you College Applications
    • Dec 1, 2019

    Academic Tip of the Month – Service: Great for your Community and for you College Applications

    Why is community service important for colleges? For many colleges, the reason community service is important is less about the total...
    Academic Tip of the Month – How to Find Balance as a Student-Athlete
    • Oct 26, 2019

    Academic Tip of the Month – How to Find Balance as a Student-Athlete

    How much sleep are you getting? This is a good question to start with. The student above was getting approximately 6 hours of sleep a...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Which Activities Do Colleges Value?
    • Oct 1, 2019

    Academic Tip of the Month – Which Activities Do Colleges Value?

    The example to the right shows the Common Application Activities section which offers 10 spots for a student to fill in. Does this mean...
    Academic Tip of the Month – How to Pay for College
    • Sep 1, 2019

    Academic Tip of the Month – How to Pay for College

    Updated 9/1/2019 Most families find it very easy to discuss the “fun” aspects of college planning – the beautiful campuses, the unique...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Kick Off Your College Application
    • Aug 3, 2019

    Academic Tip of the Month – Kick Off Your College Application

    Photo Credit: www.collegetransitions.com I know the college application and essay process can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be!...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Frequently Asked Questions (Summer Edition)
    • Jul 1, 2019

    Academic Tip of the Month – Frequently Asked Questions (Summer Edition)

    Photo Credit: ThaiEmbassy.com At the US Collegiate Development Camp, I was frequently asked a few of the same questions. Hopefully, my...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Use Your Summer Wisely
    • May 30, 2019

    Academic Tip of the Month – Use Your Summer Wisely

    Photo Credit: www.wfuv.org College admissions is getting more and more competitive with each passing year. Savvy students know that...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Summer Planning: Test Prep
    • Mar 30, 2019

    Academic Tip of the Month – Summer Planning: Test Prep

    Photo Credit: www.tutors-on-call.com As a prospective athlete, I know you have a lot on your plate. You’ve got classes, your practice and...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Studying Abroad in High School
    • Mar 1, 2019

    Academic Tip of the Month – Studying Abroad in High School

    Photo Credit: TeenLife These days, study abroad is pretty common place in college. Most college students spend at least a few weeks, or a...
    Academic Tip of the Month – 5 Minutes to Your Dream College
    • Feb 2, 2019

    Academic Tip of the Month – 5 Minutes to Your Dream College

    Yale University Photo Credit: BusinessInsider.com One of the biggest obstacles that students encounter on their path to their dream...
    Academic Tip of the Month – As a Student: BELONG
    • Sep 1, 2018

    Academic Tip of the Month – As a Student: BELONG

    By Kate Forman, Rugger’s Edge Advisor I always found my home on the playing field or the track, but I had friends who were artists,...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Fall Advisor Check In
    • Aug 26, 2018

    Academic Tip of the Month – Fall Advisor Check In

    Seniors: By now, you should already be well underway with your college applications. One of the most common mistakes I hear about are...
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