Location Austin, TX Type 4-year, Public Size 50,476 (40,048 undergraduate) Retention Rate 97% Graduation Rate 86% Acceptance Rate 31% Test Scores SAT Range1230–1480 ACT Composite Range27–33 Test Optional? High school students who apply to The University of Texas at Austin for fall 2022 undergraduate admission will not be required to submit an ACT or SATContinue reading “College Spotlight: University of Texas”
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College Spotlight: St. Mary’s University
Location San Antonio, TX Type 4-year, Private Size Small: 3,458 (2,139 undergraduate) Retention Rate 74% Graduation Rate 60% Acceptance Rate 78% Test Scores SAT Range1040–1220 ACT Composite Range21–26 Test Optional? For Fall 2022 Applicants Freshman Application Deadlines Rolling DeadlineDec. 15 – Priority application date for admission and general merit scholarships Financial Aid – Average Percent of NeedContinue reading “College Spotlight: St. Mary’s University”
College Spotlight: Texas A&M University
Location College Station, TX Type 4-year, Public Size Large: 73,284 (53,876 undergraduate) Retention Rate 94% Graduation Rate 82% Acceptance Rate 57% Test Scores SAT Range1160-1390ACT Composite Range26-31 Test Optional? Yes, for Fall 2022 applicants Freshman Application Deadlines Regular Decision: December 1st Financial Aid – Average Percent of Need Met 69% Application Fee $75 Popular ProgramsContinue reading “College Spotlight: Texas A&M University”
College Spotlight: Austin College
Location Sherman, TX (60 miles north of Dallas) Type 4-year, private, liberal arts College Size Small: 1,302 (1,285 undergraduate) Retention Rate 82% Graduation Rate 71% Acceptance Rate 51% Test Scores SAT RangeEvidence-Based Reading and Writing: 560 – 660Math: 550 – 650ACT Composite Range22-29 Test Optional? Yes Freshman Application Deadlines Early Decision (binding): November 1Early ActionContinue reading “College Spotlight: Austin College”
Attention: Class of 2022!!
Are you ready to start senior year? It’s an exciting time in your life but it’s also going to be busy. You’ll have to stay on top of your college and scholarship applications, while still studying for school, and participating in your extracurricular activities. Now is the perfect time start on the application process! YouContinue reading “Attention: Class of 2022!!”
College tours and visits.
As you research colleges and create your college list, consider visiting college campuses that you are interested in. College visits are a great way to experience the campus culture and see more of what the school has to offer. In addition to a campus tour, you may be able to speak to an admissions counselor,Continue reading “College tours and visits.”
Creating your college list.
Juniors, it’s your spring semester and you’re counting down the days until you’re officially a senior. It’s an exciting time! During this time, you should also begin thinking about where you want to apply to college next year. Applications begin to open up in the summer either July or August, so now is a greatContinue reading “Creating your college list.”
Finding Your College Fit.
When I was in high school, there were only two things I cared about when applying to college: size and location. Coming from a small, private school I wanted to go to a school where I could get lost in the crowd and always meet new people. I also wanted to stay in Texas becauseContinue reading “Finding Your College Fit.”
College in Me 