Articles on College Admission and Standards in Testing

Why Higher SAT Scores Don’t Mean Boys Are Better At Math

When the College Board released data on the updated 2016 SAT, the results raised some hackles. For more than 40 years, girls have consistently received lower test scores in math than boys on the SAT, a standardized assessment designed to measure reasoning skills and gauge preparedness for college. This trend is documented ...

Expert Tips for Getting Your Executive MBA

Getting an Executive MBA (or EMBA) can change your life. It can jumpstart your career, facilitate a promotion, or ease a shift from one job (or even one career path) to another. But since EMBA candidates often pursue their degrees later in life than their MBA counterparts — and since they need ...

TIPS ON WRITING A GREAT LAW SCHOOL APPLICATION ADDENDUM

You have numerous opportunities to share your experiences in your law school applications through the personal statement, diversity statement, and short answer responses. However, you may need to explain irregularities or discrepancies in your application, too. An addendum can address potential red flags. Typically, addenda are short, objective paragraphs that ...