A key part of your college application is letters of recommendation from trusted individuals who can speak to your character, work ethic and intangibles. It could be a real difference maker when it comes time for a school to make their decision. We spoke with our...

Preparing for College
Inside Scoop: What a Real Admissions Counselor Says About the College Application Process
The college application review process is still a mystery to most high school students. They spend years studying, earning good grades, and participating in extracurricular activities and then hours completing the application and drafting the perfect college essay,...
The Top 8 Dos and Don’ts You Should Know Before Your Next College Interview
As you’re building your college list and visiting schools, you may notice that some institutions offer interviews. Admission interviews can be required, encouraged, or optional; some are evaluative, while others are informational. Like many students, you may be...
4 Tips for the College Applicant
The college application process might seem complicated, but it’s not impossible. The secret to meeting the requirements and deadlines for all the schools on your list is staying organized. As a college admissions counselor, I’ve outlined my best advice for every high...
The College Search: Top 5 Pitfalls
Ahh, it’s the summer before senior year, and all you have to do is hang with your friends and relax, right? Not exactly . . . If you’re smart, you’ll spend this summer thinking about getting ready to submit your college applications. Part of this includes building...
Applying for Financial Aid: Tips from the Experts
More than 70 percent of Bentley students receive some form of financial aid each year. Find out what Lauren Sullivan, Director of Financial Assistance, says you can do to make the application process easier. Get your Federal Student Aid ID now To apply for aid, you...
A Guide to College Letters of Recommendation
Part of the college application process is getting letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors or other important adults in your life. Each college has different requirements, so the first step is to find out what kind of recommendations your colleges of...
3 Common College Roommate Questions
Living with another person can feel weird. Here are questions students ask about finding a roommate and building a great relationship. Forget living away from home for the first time, taking challenging classes and learning how to be an adult. One of the most...
How to Ace Your College Interview
The college interview is just a different type of meeting that requires a little more planning and care.
5 Essential Questions You Should Ask Your College Tour Guide
A tour of a college campus may be the most eye-opening part of researching where you’d like to study.