It’s no secret that most students –if they want to maximize their admissions chances– need to cast a large net. That means applying to as many safety and reach schools. However, they may not consider the advantages of having background knowledge of the colleges they are applying for. From what we’ve seen, not everyone will … Read more
For the most part, students tend to believe that their college application acceptance rate is mostly based on their standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) as well as their grade point average (GPA). What is important to understand, however, is that you are NOT a statistic; universities are taking into account your unique characteristics which may separate … Read more
There are a lot of considerations to keep in mind when writing a Personal Statement for University Applications. There is no way to cover every aspect of the Personal Statement to take care of –lest you were to torture yourself with a barrage of mind-meltingly boring paragraphs– but there are the fundamental attributes that MUST be … Read more
You’re ready to edit your application before it is sent to either the rejected or accepted pile, but do you know what to look for when making the final touches in your application essay? The journey through college admissions essay editing is grueling and tiresome: more often than not, applicants give up after failing to … Read more
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PenningPapers: Expert College Consulting Whether you have a 4.0 GPA or a 3.0, the college admissions process is brutal. In a time when the college admissions process is full of arbitrary conjecture and rumors, proper advising is crucial. If you want to stand out amongst the rest, professional advising is a must. Our team of … Read more
This page is a collection of all the blog posts made by Penningpapers. This contains everything you need to succeed in your university applications. If you are looking for more specific categories in our blog, we recommend starting with our “Intro” post on the “How To Get Accepted” section of the drop down menu under … Read more