How to Make Sure You Get into the Colleges You Want

So you’re preparing to go to university. University is a great opportunity to further your education and get the tools you need to find greater success in your career. Before you get to that, however, you first have to get into a university, preferably one of the ones you actively want to get into. So what should you do to increase your chances of getting into your preferred university?

Get Good Test Scores

Getting into your preferred university requires a lot of advanced thought and planning. That’s because they often require certain test scores as part of the admissions process.

Canadian universities don’t care about SAT scores the way universities in the United States do. Some will still accept the scores as part of the admission process though. If you’re applying to a university that accepts test scores, the better your scores, the better your chances of getting in are.

Finish High School

The grades you get in 11th and 12th-grade matter more than test scores. They’ll make a difference in your ability to get into your preferred university. That means if you want to get into a certain university (or any university), you have to finish high school.

That’s easier said than done for some students. Finding a mentor can be key to getting the right outcomes in high school. Mentors are usually people who have already succeeded in what you’re trying to do. That puts them in a good position to help you through tough spots and identify opportunities you might miss on your own.

Apply before the Deadlines

Universities have application deadlines you’ll have to meet if you want to attend. Those deadlines are scheduled to give the university time to review the applications and select the students who will attend. Not all university application deadlines are the same, though they usually fall between January and April. Make sure you know what the deadlines are for the universities you want to attend. Keep in mind that scholarship applications are usually even earlier. Applying before the deadline gives you a better chance of getting in. If you miss the deadline, contact the university to see if you can still apply. It doesn’t hurt to ask!

Not all universities are created equal, especially if you’re trying to get into a specific career field. Some universities have superior programs in certain areas. Take steps to increase your chances of getting into your preferred university. That way you’ll give yourself your best chance of doing well in your chosen field.

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