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This guide explores the essential elements of the college application process, emphasizing the importance of starting early, selecting the right colleges, and crafting standout essays. It covers effective SAT preparation strategies, including the value of practice tests, reading beyond popular literature, and diversifying subject tests. Additionally, it highlights the significance of mental stamina through proper sleep and nutrition as well as the depth of extracurricular involvement. Discover how commitment and vision can enhance your college experience and open doors to valuable opportunities.
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Part I – Application Process STARTING EARLY! SELECTING THE RIGHT COLLEGES EMPHASIZING DEPTH AND COMMITMENT WORDING IS EVERYTHING WRITING AND REWRITING THOSE ESSAYS CONSTRUCTING AN HONEST, COHESIVE IDENTITY Kung, 2008
Part II – SAT I/II Preparation PRACTICE TESTS ARE USEFUL (ESP. FOR WRITING) THE IMPORTANCE OF READING (MORE THAN JUST HARRY POTTER) THE BENEFITS OF SPEECH, DEBATE, JOURNALISM DIVERSIFYING YOUR SUBJECT TESTS (AS WELL AS YOUR AP TESTS!!) SLEEPING + EATING = MENTAL STAMINA CRAMMING DOES NOT WORK Kung, 2008
Part III – Q & A LELAND IS BY NO MEANS RIGOROUS SPEECH AND DEBATE IS NOT THE ONLY EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY IN THE WORLD DEPTH AND COMMITMENT DEMONSTRATE VISION NO MATTER WHERE YOU GET IN, COLLEGE IS A UNIQUE AND FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE PLETHORA OF OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT EVERY COLLEGE, CONTINUE WORKING HARD, AND GOOD LUCK!! Kung, 2008