THE COLLEGE CORNER CONNECT - VOL. 9

EDITOR’S NOTE:

Thank you to EVERYONE who joined our first College Corner Connect Workshop with Edison Prep last night! It really helped get the planning started for our sophomores and we are getting amazing participant feedback! We are so excited about our next workshop coming up in April so stay tuned for details!

We are happy to share that Edison Prep is offering a BONUS Free AP History Bootcamp Giveaway* for all College Corner subscribers! To enter the drawing, click https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMOCZ0DnaOUBzTRKx8LgWh3j9R5A1hvZeUnagQguoQYARc9g/viewform

WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS EDITION:

  • News You Can Use - Ohio State is Test Optional No More

  • Tips & Tools - The Key to Standing Out in Your College Essay

  • The Travel Corner - 54 Most Beautiful Campuses

  • Corner Shops - The Biggest College Giveaway + Vote for Your Favorite

DATES TO LOOK OUT FOR:

  • 3/13 American

  • 3/14 UF

  • 3/14 UGA

  • 3/14 UVA

  • 3/15 Skidmore

NEWS YOU CAN USE

TEST OPTIONAL NO MORE

Ohio State University to require SAT, ACT again for students. After five years of test-optional applications, Ohio State University announced Wednesday that it will reinstate its ACT/SAT test requirement for new first-year undergraduate applicants to the Columbus campus in the 2026 admissions cycle and beyond.
Read more: https://www.yahoo.com/news/test-optional-no-more-ohio-211435446.html

MARCH MADNESS IS HERE!

It's that time of year again — a time for teams to make unforgettable Cinderella runs and for players to etch their names into college basketball history. Whether you're a die-hard sports fan or not, you’ll likely be filling out a bracket.
Read more about who secured their place in the men’s tournament: https://www.cnn.com

ADMISSIONS ADVICE

THE KEY TO STANDING OUT WITH YOUR COLLEGE ESSAY

We all know that the college essay can play a significant role in the admissions process. While it is obviously not the sole factor in determining whether a student is accepted, it can provide valuable insight into a student's personality, experiences, and writing ability.
Read more: https://www.thecollegecorner.com

THE BIGGEST COLLEGE GIVEAWAY

Our college giveaway is still going STRONG! Head over to https://www.instagram.com and “vote” for your favorite acceptance video by liking and commenting on the post.

PLUS, you can still submit your own acceptance video to enter the contest! Either DM your entry on our Instagram account or EMAIL it along with your own Instagram handle so that we can tag you.

HOW TO ENTER

  1. Follow https://www.instagram.com/thecollegecorner_

  2. DM or EMAIL us a photo or video of your college acceptance celebration (letter, school merch, reaction video, etc — anything that shows your excitement). We will post your entry on our Instagram feed & tag you.

  3. Now it’s time to get your FRIENDS involved!

    • Tag at least 3 friends in the comments of your post

    • Get them to LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE

    • Share TO YOUR STORIES!

The post with the MOST engagement (LIKES, COMMENTS, SHARES) wins!
Get the rest of the details here: https://www.instagram.com

THE COLLEGE CORNER CURATORS

Get direct access to amazing curated finds from the best college shops all in ONE place! Click the shopping bag to shop away!! Don’t forget to share your wish list with your friends and family!

THE TRAVEL CORNER

COLLEGE CAMPUS

Condé Nast Traveler released their list of the 54 Most Beautiful College Campuses.
Click to find out which ones made the list: https://www.cntraveler.com

THE TRAVEL CORNER SUBMISSIONS

If you would like to submit a travel guide for your school, you can submit your recommendations to be considered by clicking the envelope icon & filling out the survey. You can also email info@thecollegecorner.com for more information.

TRENDING NOW

STUDY SZN ESSENTIALS

We've curated a set of study-perfect finds to keep you cozy, caffeinated, and confident — whether you're in the library, your dorm, or snagging that corner spot at your go-to coffee shop.

STYLE BLOG: https://www.thecollegecorner.com
Styled by: Maya Tunick

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

Spelman College Student Soars to New Heights
(Photo credit: NBC)

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