Ahh, the SATs and ACTs. They’re the bane of every child’s existence. If you attended college in the States, it was likely yours too. Let’s be frank: no one likes to take either test. Both the SAT and ACT are long, difficult, and take much preparation. In addition, tutoring and preparation can cost a pretty … Read more
NYU is one of the greatest universities for a liberal studies major. Its name carries weight, and any field you plan to tackle may find a degree from NYU’s Liberal Studies program quite impressive. However, getting your foot in the door will not be easy. Some students imagine that attending NYU for their Liberal Studies … Read more
Here at PenningPapers, we receive this question every other month. How many times should I take the SAT? If you ask teachers, professors, test prep instructors, and college admissions advisors, they may all give you different answers. Some people tell you to limit yourself to 3 times. Others say to take it until you earn … Read more
Oh boy… This is going to be a long one. Get comfortable, dear reader. I have a story to tell you: It’s a story of my journey as a test prep instructor. Of my challenges teaching students. Of helping said students earn 1550+ SAT scores. Of angry parents. A story of how I learned the … Read more
If you’re reading this article, chances are you’re no stranger to the many “taxes” that Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has taken on you. There is the “forgot your homework” tax. There’s the “inability to pay attention in class” tax. The “left the key in the door again” tax. The “studying at 12% efficiency tax. … Read more
New York: the capital of finance, film, art, entrepreneurship, good food, and ultimately one of the most well-known universities in the world. If you’re fortunate enough, you may even get accepted into NYU. It’s no secret that an NYU degree affords limitless opportunities and, of course, the prestige that comes with it. If you didn’t … Read more
If you’re reading this article, chances are you’ve already read a few other articles about ACT English tips. And, well, let’s be real. Some of them are right. They tell you how to get the right answers, how to avoid the wrong ones, etc. But, this is going to be a bit different. As someone … Read more
If you’re here looking for a guide on how to write the Virginia Tech supplemental essays, you’re in luck! This guide deconstructs everything you need to know to answer each of the Virginia Tech prompts well and stand out from the rest of the admissions pool. But, before we get to that, we’ll need to … Read more
If you search “How many colleges should I apply to?” on Google, one of the first options to appear is a snippet of the College Board’s article. As you can see, they recommend 5-8 college applications consisting of a mix of safety, match, and reach schools to ensure acceptance. However, as of 2023 and the … Read more
If you’ve been waitlisted or deferred from law school, your next best bet is to write a strong letter of continued interest (LOCI). The world of LOCIs is a bit… confusing. After all, there’s a lot of arbitrary conjecture that sprouts during the college admissions season. This is especially true for students who were rejected. … Read more