Why Was Completing the FAFSA so Complicated for the Class of 2024?
This past December, the Department of Education soft-launched a new version of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or the “better FAFSA†as federal officials called it prior to launch), but the initial rollout was filled with technical issues and formula errors. Those issues persisted into the spring, turning an application meant to streamline […]
Understanding and Combating Summer Learning Loss
The terms summer learning loss, summer setback, and summer slide all refer to the same controversial phenomenon: the decline in student achievement levels throughout summer break to the extent that students start the new school year performing poorer academically relative to the beginning of summer. The existence of summer slide remains hotly contested, with one […]
AI Is the Future: What Does That Mean for Choosing a College Major?
AI, or artificial intelligence, has been the business buzzword since OpenAI launched ChatGPT in November of 2022. Since then, many industries have wondered (and worried) what this new technology could mean for the way they work. Current employees aren’t the only ones considering what AI-related skills could serve them in a changing economy, however. A […]
SAT vs. dSAT: What’s the Difference? | Digital SAT Test Prep
In early 2023, international students became the first to take the new digital SAT, or “dSAT.” This new iteration of the Scholastic Assessment Test is coming to the U.S. in the Spring of 2024, making digital SAT test prep a high priority for high school students. In this article, the standardized test prep experts at […]
10 FAQs About the New Digital SAT
As of March 2024, the SAT exam has officially transitioned from the traditional print version to a new digital format. Inspired by recurring questions we’ve heard from parents and prospective college applicants here at The Enrichery, this blog post is dedicated to providing clarity to the situation. Q: What are the major differences between […]
What New Ownership of the ACT Means for Your Student
In April, the private equity firm, Nexus Capital Management, bought the non-profit that administers the ACT. Change in college admissions is constant, but that doesn’t make these shake-ups any less anxiety-inducing for students and parents – especially when an excellent score can be the tipping point for a student to get admitted into their dream university. This acquisition will likely have a larger impact on colleges […]
An Empathetic and Practical Approach to “Personal Branding” for College Applications
Every few years, the conversation around college admissions zeroes in on a specific word or phrase intended to elucidate one of the most nerve-wracking processes society asks teenagers to undergo. When I graduated in 2019, that word was “holistic.†College counselors encouraged me and my peers to “tell a story†about our place in the […]
What to Look for When Choosing a College Admissions Counselor
Did you know? There are just under 1,500 accredited, four-year undergraduate degree programs in the U.S. In addition to its required personal essay, Harvard asks students to respond to five short answer questions. Nearly 150,000 people applied to the 2024 freshman class at UCLA. In short, the college application process is very complex. Finding a university […]
5 Ways to Boost Your High School Resume This Summer
With finals season just around the corner, you may have found yourself already itching for those slow, sun-soaked summer days waiting for you in the aftermath. However, to those high school students seeking a more active holiday, The Enrichery recommends 5 tips to guide your summer planning and bolster your resume. 1. Acquire Paid Work or Internship Experience Unfortunately, […]
Considering the Switch to Private School? Three Things to Keep in Mind if You’re Still Undecided
More and more parents are pulling their children out of the public education system to pursue private schooling. Incentives range from specific diploma programs on offer, the appeal of low student-to-teacher ratios, the opportunity to combine academics with religious education, and more. Here are three things to keep in mind when considering private education for […]