Molecular biology is the study of biology at the molecular level. It focuses on the structure and function of the molecules that form the basis of life. Molecular biologists explore cells, their characteristics and parts, chemical processes, and how molecules control cellular activity and growth. They frequently focus on certain types of molecules or work to define the biological processes that cause genetic defects. Majoring in this field prepares students for a wide range of careers in scientific research, medicine, bioengineering, and biotechnology.

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The upcoming SAT update likely occurred because of the College Board's concerns about the future marketability of its test. The test remains controversial with opponents highlighting the greater ease for wealthy students to prepare and perform well, while those from more disadvantaged backgrounds face barriers to success. But, students who pilot-tested the new test in November 2021 overwhelmingly indicated a preference for the online format, indicating that they were less stressed and found it easier to complete.

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We recently caught up with high schoolers Davenport and Elizabeth to ask for details about their internships last summer. They both worked with the Charlotte Journalism Collaborative (TCJC) an organization devoted to making positive changes in the community through local journalism.

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In order to come up with a realistic and honest assessment of the costs for each college under consideration, it is important to first calculate the true total cost of attendance – tuition, room, board, fees, transportation, entertainment, and general living expenses such as cell phone bills and traveling home for the holidays.

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The first students to face College Board’s fully digital version will be PSAT test-takers in October of 2023. The digital SAT will start in 2024.

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If you aspire to expose the world’s ills through documentaries, have visions of fame, fortune, and financial reward, or simply long to get paid for watching movies, Film Studies may be the major of your dreams. Among the most popular and competitive of college majors, film isn’t just for those wanting to follow in the footsteps of Meryl Streep, Steven Spielberg, or critic Pauline Kael.

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One student may love the non-competitive academic atmosphere she finds at Haverford College that makes learning enjoyable. Another student may praise the intense competition at UC-San Diego, which motivates her to do her best work. Both of these students have done their research homework and made good matches at two great schools. But these schools may not be great for every student. What’s in a good match, anyway?

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During early May, high school students around the world sit for Advanced Placement (AP) exams. The College Board runs the AP program and provides teachers with curriculum guides so that they can cover the material students will be required to know for the exams. At some schools, students enrolled in AP classes are required to take the AP exams, but even if not required, it makes sense to take them. You may do better than you think, and after working hard in an AP class all year, why miss out on the opportunity to receive college credit?

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College Solutions student Cindy was recently accepted early decision to New York University. Our team caught up with her to hear more about what she’s most looking forward to.

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Every month, College Solutions features a new edition of Getting College-ed, an editorial cartoon created by College Solutions’ own Lee Ann Gun. Check out this month’s edition below, and sign up to get future editions straight to your inbox.

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Every month, College Solutions features a new edition of Getting College-ed, an editorial cartoon created by College Solutions’ own Lee Ann Gun. Check out this month’s edition and sign up to get future editions straight to your inbox.

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The College Solutions team recently sat down with Rebecca to catch up with her after her first semester at Vanderbilt University.

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Each year, the media picks up on trends the colleges put forth, and lately it seems it is getting harder and harder to be accepted to college. But is that really true? Is college admission today really more competitive than ever?

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“The truth is that there’s not one right kind of college for a pre-med, in the same way that there’s not one right kind of doctor.”

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Paying for college is a significant challenge for many families. Once all types of grants, scholarships, work study options, jobs, and family contributions are cumulatively considered, many families find they still must borrow money to cover remaining costs.

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The PSAT is not used by colleges in the admission process, but the results can help you better understand your academic strengths and weaknesses and suggest the skills you should focus on in preparing for college entrance exams.

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Here are all your college admissions to-dos for the month of January!

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Today, College Solutions, a Richmond-based college planning consulting firm, announced the addition of Patrick Zylka as Managing Director. Zylka has been a key contributor in higher education for 15 years, with a majority of his experience coming as an Assistant Dean of Admission at Northwestern University in Chicago. He brings deep experience with the unique process of performing arts auditions and applications to College Solutions.

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Patrick Zylka recently joined the College Solutions team. You can read the announcement here, and get to know him right here on the blog.

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Every month, College Solutions features a new edition of Getting College-ed, an editorial cartoon created by College Solutions’ own Lee Ann Gun. Check out this month’s edition below, and sign up to get future editions straight to your inbox.

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