Tired of financial or college advice that doesn’t apply to you? In this episode, we break it down with Jennifer Ledwith, tackling realistic options for everyone—whether you’re broke, have some cash to spare, or are dealing with unsupportive parents. No matter which category you fall into, we’ve got you covered. Tune in for a down-to-earth […]
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In ACT Prep, College Prep, Paying for College, PSAT Prep, SAT Prep, Scholarships
$1 Million+ In Scholarships Tied To Test Scores
Increasingly, parents whose students are pursuing scholarships hire me for PSAT, SAT, or ACT preparation. What are 3 things that my student can do today to prepare for the next PSAT, SAT, or ACT? Schedule a 30-minute phone call to plan your next steps. Here’s a list of 19 scholarships (worth more than $1 Million) […]
Write a College Essay That Stands Out
Well-written essays can lead to college admissions and scholarships. Keep reading to learn how to write an essay that stands out from the crowd. Step 1: Read Professional Examples of Storytelling The First Time I Faced a Hostile Audience (Kids) by John Leguizamo On Witness and Respair: A Personal Tragedy Followed by Pandemic by Jesymn Ward Letter […]
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In College Prep, Confidence in school, Literacy, Math, Math, Paying for College, PSAT Prep, SAT Prep, Scholarships, stress relief
40 Summer College Opportunities
Success in college requires good habits. Join me this summer, and I’ll teach you how to use knowledge, strategy, and consistency to become more confident. 40 seats in Essay Writing for Scholarships and College Admissions, PSAT/SAT Preparation, STEM, Business and Industry, and Public Service courses are now open! ESSAY WRITING FOR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS AND SCHOLARSHIPS Recommended for Class […]
SAT or ACT
Question: Should I take the SAT or ACT? Answer: Take both. The SAT and ACT can improve your chances of bypassing college placement exams (TSIA, Accuplacer, etc.) and gaining college admission and scholarships. [Scholarship programs that require SAT or ACT scores] Here are 4 additional reasons for taking the SAT and ACT. 1. Most admission and scholarship […]
Scholarships and SAT and ACT
Don’t let the A’s and B’s fool you — educators are passing, promoting, and graduating students who lack the literacy and numeracy for college-level coursework. [Complete the Scholar ReadyNESS Checkup and set an appointment with me to discuss your student’s debt-free path to college.] Don’t wait until your student is among the increased number of college students […]
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In College Prep, Essay Writing, Home school, Literacy, Paying for College, Scholarships
Essay Writing for College Admissions & Scholarships
Students will learn… How to write a personal essay How to build a scholarship plan (where to find scholarships and what to write about in other essays) How to complete an application for college admission How to request letters of recommendation Interviewing skills This Course Is For… This course is for busy students who want […]
7 Tips for Parents of Student-Athletes
7 Tips for Parents of Student-Athletes Edited by Jennifer Ledwith |jdledwith@scholaready.com |(713) 553-6557 With a few exceptions, student-athletes must meet the college’s academic requirements. Do you know if your student is ready? Contact us and schedule a 30-minute appointment and we’ll discuss where your student is and where he or she would like to be. […]
Full Ride or Dream School
Student: Ms. Jennifer, I’ve been accepted to my dream school and other universities. One of the other universities has offered me a full ride; it will pay for my tuition, fees, housing, and food. My dream school offered a scholarship that will cover 25% of my expenses. I’m torn. I’ve had my heart set on […]