College Admissions

Advanced Placement (AP) exams are a critical step for high school students looking to stand out in college admissions. A strong AP score can provide college credit, boost GPA, and demonstrate a student’s ability to handle rigorous coursework. However,...

Are you applying to colleges or universities this year? Here are our top 4 most common university application mistakes – and how to avoid them! 1. Waiting too long. Arguably the most common mistake we see with college applications is simply...

In recent years, the landscape of college admissions has shifted dramatically, with early admissions playing an increasingly pivotal role. This trend has been accelerated by factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the widespread adoption of test-optional...

High school is finally over! Should your student take a gap year before venturing off to college? Let’s break down the pros and cons. High school can be challenging If your student has just recently graduated high school, there’s a good chance...

Tutor Doctor frequently receives questions from parents of high school students asking which classes their student should take to increase their academic knowledge, study skills, exposure to challenging college preparatory coursework, and ultimately increase...

SAT and ACT score policies can be unpredictable, and it may seem like you need an advanced degree just to understand college admissions policies! It is understandable to have some uncertainty about whether these standardized tests are still relevant. So,...

As the school year comes to a close, you may be wondering how your student can best prepare for their future. One of the most important decisions they will make is where to attend college, and a crucial component of that process is standardized testing. The...

With many colleges and universities no longer requiring SAT/ACT scores for admission, many parents are unsure if their child still needs to take one of these challenging exams. Read on to learn more! During the COVID pandemic, health precautions prevented...

As high school students reach the end of their journey, the topic of building a portfolio often comes up in discussion. Here are 5 reasons why high school students should build a portfolio – and start working on it in advance! 1. Saving time. When students...

Summer is right around the corner, and we encourage students to take advantage of this free time to start preparing for their college journey! Here are 5 summer activities you can do to boost your application. 1. Extracurricular activities. You may already...