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It’s easy to get carried away with fun times when summer break rolls around but if you want to get admission into a college of your choice, it is important to stay more focused on participating in activities that will boost your college application.
Here are a few things you should try and include in your college prep schedule during your summer break:
Apply to a multitude of scholarships
Scholarships are available to all types of students year-round. Summertime is no exception. Without the time constraints of a school day or after-school events, students should dedicate a good chunk of their summertime to finding and applying for scholarships. It’s the best way to pay for college, and you can get a good head start during the warmer months.
Apply for an internship that will give you a taste of a possible future career
Sometimes, the reality of working in a particular career is quite different from what you may have imagined. An internship will give you a first-hand look at the pros and cons of the career so you can make a more informed decision.
Study for the SAT/ACT
Just spending a few minutes every day to answer a couple of practice questions will pay off big time and help you ace the ACT/SAT test.
Develop your skills by enrolling in a summer program
Are you looking for a music or performing arts scholarship? Are you keen on choosing a particular major but want to learn more about it so you have a head start when you start college? Enrolling in summer learning programs is a great way to learn a new skill or enhance your existing talents.
Creating a constructive college prep schedule during the summer break will help you get a competitive edge when it comes to applying to a college of your choice.
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