Category / Current High School Students
UC Clarification on Going Test-Optional
Lisa Prsekop, the director of admissions at UCSB, explains what going test-optional means for the students and the admissions staff (applicable to all UCs).
June 23, 2020Summer Reading List (College Admissions Books)
Here’s a list of college admissions books I recommend that are most applicable to the UC admissions.
June 19, 2020Boost Your GPA with Online High School Courses This Summer!
Take UC-approved A-G courses (including AP/Honors) at online high schools (no red tape; just pay and take the classes) this summer to boost your GPA!
June 17, 2020Feedback Time!
I want to hear from you! Tell me what I can do/offer/provide that will make your UC admissions process easier/better/less painful!
June 14, 2020College Admission Resources for Disadvantaged Students
College admission resources for socioeconomically disadvantaged and/or underrepresented students.
June 12, 2020Get $100,000 to NOT Attend College
Have a big idea that cannot wait (or the pandemic is ruining your college plans)? Put off or pause college to get funding/mentoring and launch your dream!
May 29, 2020UCs Dropping ACT/SAT Requirement (and what you should do)
Find out how the UCs plan to phase out the ACT/SAT requirement and what you should do in response.
May 21, 2020President’s Volunteer Service Award
Get information on award eligibility and how to request recognition through AskMsSun.com (a Certifying Organization).
May 11, 2020COVID-19’s Impact on UC Admissions Now and Later
My analysis of the current situation and possible fallout, plus recommendations for admitted students and prospective applicants.
May 5, 2020I have to pay HOW MUCH for a UC?
Do you think UCs are affordable? Are you shocked by the amount you are expected to pay for a UC? Find suggestions on how to cope with the costs.
April 26, 2020
