Cultivate Academics

Struggling with homework overload?

Break tasks into smaller parts, establish a study routine and seek help when needed.

It's okay to ask for help — Collaboration leads to growth!

Often our priorities and interests may change over time.

When choosing a college as an athlete, it is important to not only look at schools where you would love to play sports but schools where you would love to attend even if athletics were no longer an interest.

Looking for scholarships?

Start early and explore various resources like scholarship databases and financial aid offices.

Keep track of deadlines and tailor your applications to showcase your unique strengths. Best of luck!

Having trouble staying motivated?

Set small, achievable goals and reward yourself when you accomplish them. Making lists has been proven to be a great way to stay on top of things and feel like tasks are achievable.

Surround yourself with supportive friends and family who can cheer you on.

Stay positive and keep going!

Exploring financial aid options?

Start by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This essential document opens on October 1st of every year!

While waiting for that process to move along, start doing research to see if there are any grants or scholarships at your goal institutions that might apply to someone like you.

Put together a list of options and go down one by one until you have tried them all!

Feeling overwhelmed by school stress?

Remember to prioritize self-care! While it's great to start on college admissions elements (essay, Common App, resume, tours) over the summer, your summer should still provide you a balance of relaxation as well.

Take breaks, engage in activities you enjoy, and practice relaxation techniques to recharge and stay balanced.

Your well-being matters!

Have you visited the colleges on your list?

Attend online or in-person information sessions, tour the campus, talk to current students, and communicate with admissions officers. Take notes, ask questions, and envision yourself as part of the community.

What you know about the college is just as important as what they know about you. Trust your instincts and find your perfect fit!

The truth is that anything you put real time and energy into, that you willingly study and work on outside of school, is considered extracurricular.

It's not just school clubs and sports!

Anything that you actively educate yourself on and strive to be good at could be a great activity to mention in your college application!

Many of our students come to us with a resume full of all the things they've done but when asked why they did them, many don't have an answer!

If you want to stand out, don't just give them what you expect they'd want... Give them something they never expected!