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In Athletic Recruitment, Should I Choose a D1 or D3 College?
Choosing between playing for a Division I (D1) or Division III (D3) college depends on your athletic ability, academic priorities, and the kind of college experience you want.
How to Begin Writing the Common App
Write an essay on a personal topic that connects to you, the world around you, and the way that world has shaped your future.
The College Application Season has Started!
It’s August 1! Do you know what that means? It means that all application systems have officially reset (don’t worry, your work is saved), and
Our State-By-State Guide to FREE Online Education
There are many online options for schooling today, and free online education is pivotal in our world right now.
College Athletic Recruitment Checklist: A Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Recruited
Opus College Prep’s step-by-step athletic recruitment checklist helps student-athletes meet NCAA deadlines and get recruited with expert guidance.
What to look for when hiring a College Counselor
At Opus College Prep, we talk with families every day who are curious about what to look for when hiring a College Counselor. And, we
Applying to College: What’s the difference between Common App and Coalition App?
What Is the Common App? The Common Application, or Common App (https://www.commonapp.org/), is a widely used college application platform. It allows students to apply to
A Guide to College Application Deadlines
Before you even begin the application process, it is imperative to understand college application deadlines. We work with all of our students to define a
University of California Personal Insight Question Tips
At Opus College Prep, we know that strong supplemental essays are the key to a competitive application. In this post, we will be sharing our best tips for student’s applying to any University of California school for the class of 2025.
University of Chicago Supplemental Essay Tips
This is a fun essay guide to tackle, as the University of Chicago is very well-known for its creative and out-of-the-box essay prompts. When you
Top Tips for Successful Athletic Recruitment
Many students are getting ready to begin the athletic recruitment process. Whether or not you’re a sports fan, you’ve probably seen at least one hit film where a talented young athlete is recruited by their dream school after they score the final point or goal at their last high school game.
Applying to UCLA: The UCLA Application Process
With its gorgeous campus in sunny LA, and #15 US News and World Report rankings, top-notch academics, and killer sports teams, it’s no wonder everyone wants to get into UCLA.
Mastering the College Interview: Key Questions and Top Tips for a Standout Impression
College admissions officers evaluate applicants holistically, considering factors such as academic performance, curricular rigor, extracurricular achievements, recommendations, and personal qualities. Though some schools include an
Junior to Senior Year College Admissions Checklist: 100+ tasks for college admissions
January through March, Junior Year PSAT scores released Post-Secondary Planning Meeting with your counselor Research and develop a prospective list of colleges Post-Secondary Planning Meeting
What can younger students (9th and 10th grades) do to improve their profile and work toward college applications?
Focus on Meaningful Activities and Track Your Involvement Deepen your involvement in your extracurricular activities. This doesn’t mean that you have to stick with every