About College Admissions: U.S.: The Four Most Important Parts of Your Application

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College Admissions: U.S. College Admissions: U.S. Plan for College Choose a School Apply From Allen Grove, your Guide to College Admissions: U.S. Applying to college can certainly be overwhelming, but colleges give the most weight to just a few pieces of your application. Today's newsletter takes a look at the top four. Good Grades and a Challenging Curriculum With the exception of some performing art and studio art programs, your academic record is by far the most important part of your application. Colleges want to see that you've done well in the most challenging courses available to you. Read more See More About:  high school record  admissions requirements  ap classes Strong Standardized Test Scores As much as many top colleges say that they don't place a lot of weight on standardized tests, admissions statistics tell a different story. Applicants should realize that they have many options if they have low sat scores or low act scores. But it's also important to recognize that the scores do matter at most highly selective colleges. Read more See More About:  sat scores  standardized tests  admissions requirements A Winning Essay Here's some good news: the essay does carry a lot of weight at top colleges, and it's the one part of the application you have absolute control over. Make sure your essay is a winner. Read more See More About:  college admission essays  writing tips  english grammar Meaningful Extracurricular Involvement Good grades and test scores aren't enough at the country's top colleges. Schools want to enroll students who are well-rounded and will contribute to the campus community in meaningful ways. As you fill out your application, think in broad terms about your extracurricular involvement. Read more See More About:  extracurricular activities  college applications  College Admissions Ads College Admissions Application College Scholarship College University MBA College Featured Articles Transferring to a Different College SAT Scores for the Ivy League College Rankings Sample Admissions Essay on a Fictional Character Choosing a College Master These Interview Questions   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More> This newsletter is written by: Allen Grove College Admissions: U.S. Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About College Admissions: U.S. newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads A to Z College Profiles SAT Scores - What's Good? ACT Scores - What's Good? Common Application Essays 12 Bad Facebook Photos Advertisement