Making sure you’re ready for the college of your choice is always a challenge—especially when that college is in a different country! Today we’re giving you 5 things you can do right now to prepare for the University of...
Category - College Prep
Illinois AdmissionsThe Hardest Goodbye
Four years ago, I was asked by Illinois Undergraduate Admissions to join a student blogging team. This blog, they said, would reach college seniors in their search for their collegiate home. Writing has always been...
RachelWhy I Chose Illinois
My brothers and I are triplets, and we applied to college together. This morning, one of them sent me a screenshot of a letter—on this day two years ago, we were all rejected by one of our “reach”...
FranklinIt’s Not Goodbye—It’s See You Later
Dear high school seniors, I wish I could give you back your ABC countdown, prom, and senior ditch day. I wish I could give you one last game under the stadium lights. You were cheated and robbed of some of the best high...
How to Still Enjoy Your Last Moments of Senior Year
Congratulations, high school seniors! You’ve made it through your high school journey successfully and should be very proud! As several high school seniors get ready to make their final decisions about their post...
TaylorSenior Year of High School Reflection
I’m looking back at my senior year. That year was filled with memories and specific stressful events that a senior usually goes through, such as finals, standardized tests, college searching, and so forth...
Luis4 Unspoken Rules Every College Freshman Should Know
It’s fantastic that Illinois is on your radar! But before you enter the social scene on campus, there are some things you should know … 1. Don’t brag about your Act / SAT scores. Are you talking to your...
KateHow to Help Your Child Choose a College: A Parent’s Guide to College Decisions
You’ve guided your child through so many of life’s turns. Now it looks like they’re heading toward the biggest one so far—deciding where to go to college. Should you race up to them and take the wheel? Should you close...
Now What: Next Steps for New International Freshmen
First and foremost, congratulations, future Illini! We are so excited to welcome you all into the University of Illinois Class of 2024! Now that the big news is starting to settle in and your mind is still racing (and...
Jess“I can’t decide. Help!” Here’s how to choose a college when you’re torn between offers.
You’ve filled out the applications, waited months to hear back, and now you’ve been admitted to all of your top-choice colleges. So which offer should you accept? Deciding which college to attend might be the biggest...
Essential College Items
There’s so much to get together for college that you’re bound to forget things. And that’s when you start calling your mom, asking her to mail you your pet turtle, or trying to figure out whether Walgreens sells Twin...
Preparing for Your Transition Into College
Like most incoming freshmen, I’ve been thinking about move-in day all summer—usually with excitement, but also with a fair amount of anxiety. My summer has been all about preparing for this day. From dorm shopping to...
AbbyPrepping for Your First Day
Leaving for college feels like a day that would never come, but it’s finally here. Getting ready can feel like a daunting task, but with a little time and effort, you can feel ready to leave by move-in day...
Noah5 Ways to Prepare for College in the U.S.
Making the decision to attend college in another country can be daunting. If you’re left wondering what you need to do get ready, you’ve come to the right place! We’re giving you five ways to start preparing for the...
Road Map to College
Talk to your high school counselor about your college goals.Take challenging classes that meet college admissions requirements.Get involved in extracurricular activities, taking on leadership roles when possible.Explore...
Is College Really Worth It?
Higher education plays a huge part in our world today, but is college really worth it? It depends. Here are some things to consider as you decide if going to college is a good plan for you. What can college do for you...
5 Ways Junior Parents Can Help With College Planning
It’s tough. Your kid—the one who still looks a lot like that middle schooler they were three years ago—is going to be applying to college soon. If you’re wondering how in the world the two of you will make it to move-in...
How to Help Your Child Start the College Search
Your child is a freshman in high school, and you’re already thinking about college. “Too soon?” you ask. Absolutely not, and here’s why: Not only is college is a major investment, but the search process is complicated...
How to Choose a College: 5 Ways to Narrow Your Search
You might be thinking, “There are a thousand schools I could go to. How in the world am I going to choose just one?” It’s tough! A lot of great colleges and universities across the globe excel in their...
How to Make the Most of Your UIUC Visit
You’ve signed up for your Illinois visit! Well done. If you and your Aunt Sue are heading all the way over to Champaign-Urbana, you’re going to want to make the most of your time there. Here’s how. How to Dress In...
