What is Your Hook? Fargo ND
If you're like a lot of people, you probably believe that getting into a good college requires you to be the ""model"" candidate. Maybe you wrote it all down and somewhere, amongst all your college brochures, applications, and financial aid forms, you've got a checklist as follows.
North Dakota State University
(701) 231-8011
(701) 231-8011
1301 12th Avenue North
Fargo, ND
Fargo, ND
Josef's School of Hair Design Inc - Fargo
(701) 235-0011
(701) 235-0011
627 Northern Pacific Avenue
Fargo, ND
Fargo, ND
Minnesota State University Moorhead
1.800.593.7246
1.800.593.7246
1104 7th Ave South
Moorhead, MN
Moorhead, MN
What is Your Hook?
What is Your Hook?
- Grades: Take all the hard classes you can and get on the honor roll — every semester!
- Standardized Test Scores: Study hard and get a perfect score on the SAT/ACT and any other tests you need to take.
- Recommendations: Get strong references from teachers, guidance counselors, bosses, or coaches — and senators if you know any.
- Application Essay: Be interesting and witty, but try to stay humble so the admission committee isn't put off.
- College Interview: Dress sharp and sound intelligent. (Practice in front of a mirror if needed). Perfect a good sense of humor and act mature!
You are more than a transcript
Good grades and high test scores are definitely important, but if everyone that applies meets all the same criteria that you do, then finding a way to set yourself apart from the pack is just as important. Colleges want a diverse student body of people with real interests and personalities, so as you get your applications together, don’t just highlight the obvious.
Author: Amy Ambler
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