Application Guides
Free guides to help students write stronger college applications.
Free AI Courses for Teens (2026) — Add These to Your Resume
The best free AI courses for high school students, plus how to word each skill on your resume.
AI Skills for Your Resume — What Students Should List in 2026
Which AI skills employers actually want, and how to describe them professionally on your resume.
Common App Activities — Examples & Tips
How to describe your extracurriculars in 150 characters or less, with real before/after examples.
How to Write Your Common App Essay
A step-by-step breakdown of choosing a topic, structuring your essay, and making admissions officers care.
College Application Resume — Example & Format
What to include, how to order it, and why a one-page resume still wins for college applications.
How to Describe Leadership Experience
Turn vague leadership claims into specific, compelling bullet points admissions officers remember.
Strong Action Verbs for Student Resumes
A categorized list of verbs that make your resume bullets sound confident and accomplished.