The Essay Toolkit: Win Scholarships and Get into the School You Want
The application process is a daunting one, and having a strategy to tackle essay writing can make a world of difference. That's where the...
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Randy Biggs
- Mar 31
- 7 min
Winning Scholarships: A Guide for OKC Area Students
Scholarships are an excellent way for students to ease the financial burden of college. However, winning scholarships requires a...
Randy Biggs
- Mar 28
- 5 min
From the Field to Division 1: A Playbook for Aspiring Student Athletes
There are steps you can take to stand out and catch the eye of those Division 1 coaches. So, lace up, and let's get started!
Randy Biggs
- Mar 28
- 4 min
Small Group Learning: The Key to Unlocking Academic Success
In today's fast-paced, ever-evolving educational landscape, it's essential to find the most effective ways for students to learn, grow,...
Randy Biggs
- Mar 23
- 2 min
How do I start my scholarship search?
A scholarship search can be a daunting task. There are untold scholarships, and each one has its own specific requirements and...
Randy Biggs
- Mar 18
- 2 min
Applying to College is Not What It Used to Be
Over the past five years, the college application process has undergone some considerable changes, so you want to be sure you're not...
Randy Biggs
- Mar 18
- 2 min
Making ACT Prep Less Daunting
Preparing for the ACT can be a daunting task, but there are many benefits of preparing for the ACT with the help of an experienced tutor:...
Randy Biggs
- Apr 28, 2022
- 3 min
Want to Up Your Test Scores? Take a Break from Your Phone.
In the quaint days of the early Aughts, before Apple announced the iPhone, we were being warned of the negative effects of dings and buzzes.
Randy Biggs
- Mar 30, 2022
- 2 min
Let's Talk Resumes
As I mentioned in a previous blog, the most important thing to remember when you submit your resume is that an actual person is going to...
Randy Biggs
- Mar 7, 2022
- 3 min
The BEST Bang for Your Buck
Maximize your Scholarship Money & Get into the College of Your Choice There are many ways to make yourself a better candidate for...
Randy Biggs
- Mar 4, 2022
- 2 min
$2,000 per Point?!
Your student's ACT score could be worth thousands of dollars in tuition waivers. Perhaps you know that you can earn a "full ride" award...
Randy Biggs
- Oct 25, 2021
- 3 min
Better Than Gold
There is an incredible wealth of information online, but sifting through it all can be a daunting task, and it’s very difficult to know...
Randy Biggs
- Oct 21, 2021
- 4 min
Recommendation Letters Are More Important Than Ever
For many students, requesting letters of recommendation is low on the college application priority list. This, though, is a mistake. The...
Randy Biggs
- Oct 15, 2021
- 5 min
You're Asking the Wrong Question
Hundreds of thousands of students around the world are feverishly building resumes and sheepishly asking the same question: "Will this...
Randy Biggs
- Oct 1, 2021
- 5 min
The "Passion Project" - How to Separate Yourself from the Rest
You have a stellar GPA and a great ACT score, you're a member of several clubs, and you put in over 100 hours of volunteer work last...
Randy Biggs
- Sep 17, 2021
- 4 min
Narrow Your Scholarship Search Using 1-2-3 Prioritization
There are billions of dollars in FREE money available for U.S. students to attend college, and one the best ways to up your chances of...
Randy Biggs
- Sep 8, 2021
- 2 min
The #1, Absolutely Most Important Thing to Consider When You Apply to School
There is one thing you must think about as you work on your college applications.
Randy Biggs
- Sep 3, 2021
- 4 min
"Demonstrated Interest" - Going from Candidate to Collegian
Chances are, you have never heard the phrase "Demonstrated Interest" before, but, depending on where you want to go to college,...
Randy Biggs
- Aug 30, 2021
- 3 min
One Admissions Hack You Can't Afford to Ignore
If you hope to be admitted to a highly-selective college, the one thing you absolutely cannot do is delay. For colleges with an Early...
Randy Biggs
- Aug 27, 2021
- 4 min
8 Crucial Steps for Winning a College Scholarship
This year, there will be nearly 2 million private fellowships and scholarships worth billions of dollars awarded to U.S. students. Odds...
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