There is both good news and not-so-good news with the Coronavirus changing college admissions. Read more about these important changes going forward here: https://t.co/JNruVuA44s

Virtual College Fairs Connecting with colleges this fall is still an option. Register for the virtual National College Fairs (September 13, October 12, October 18, November 12). Learn more here. https://t.co/HE7rsmiRL6 #collegeboundandready #collegefairs #newnormal

Important Announcement: The UC system must cease use of the SAT and ACT as part of the admissions process for the 2020-2021 cycle, due to a preliminary injunction announced yesterday. Read more through this link, or through the link in our bio: https://t.co/m0Reo9b0DM

New Blog Post! Fall PSAT and National Merit Scholarship Test Updates Read it here, or through the link in our bio: https://t.co/BloS2KyEEa #psat #collegeboundandready

CBR Tip: Double check college deadlines! Make sure you verify college application deadlines, including deadlines for scholarships and financial aid forms. Even if you are planning on applying later (Regular Decision), some colleges have earlier scholarship deadlines.

College Bound Test-Optional Tip: Contact colleges to inquire about changes to their scholarship evaluations and let them know your challenges getting an SAT or ACT test seat. Read about recent cancellations here: https://t.co/qpjN5DHCLP #covidupdates #collegeboundtips

UNC-Chapel Hill, Notre Dame, and Michigan State have made last-minute changes to their on-campus plans due to increased Covid-19 cases. Many experts expect more colleges to follow suit. https://t.co/2E0nslY789 #insidehighered #collegeboundandready

College Bound Tip: It's not enough just to be smart at top schools. Students must also show that they'll be good classmates and community builders. Keep this mind as you craft your essays and applications. #collegeapplications #collegeboundandready

Learn about the three keys to helping your student find (online) academic success in a new free webinar series with Dr. Jed Applerouth. Sign up for the whole series or just those that interest you. Find the link here: https://t.co/pdCtvaCNhu #onlineschool #collegeboundandready

The 2020-21 Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete is now available for download! The guide is designed to assist you and your family understand the initial-eligibility process as well as learn about the commitment required in collegiate athletics. https://t.co/ghVvB2SImU

Selecting a College Without a Campus Visit: 1. Explore the official website 2. Sign up for a virtual tour or virtual information session 4. Browse social media 5. Check out student reviews 6. Read the campus newspaper 7. Connect with a current student 8. Contact recent alumnus

New Blog! In Kristen's latest blog, she discusses her rules for Students, Parents, and English Class Essay Work. Find it here, or through the link in our bio: https://t.co/Ju7MkrVaQ2 #newblog #collegeboundandready

As the Coronavirus continues to change our hopes and expectations, it is important to find ways to relieve stress & support those around us. Here are some tips and resources: https://t.co/IJlAxNcmuS

The Common Application will shut down July 28-31 in order to have its annual “refresh”. On August 1st, the new application for students entering college in the fall of 2021 will open. Mark August 1st on your calendars! #collegeboundandready #collegeboundtips

Rising seniors, aim to complete your main Common App essay draft before many (the Common Application, The Coalition Application, University of California, and ApplyTexas) college applications open on August 1st. Find the 2020-21 Common App prompts here: https://t.co/X96Qe2qY27

Rising senior from Lincoln High School, Anika Pillai, teamed up with @350_PDX to organize a virtual rally & create chalk murals in local neighborhoods to promote the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. She encourages students to check out the Sunrise Movement as a way to get involved.

In addition to colleges planning how to reopen, families should ask colleges how they are going to handle outbreaks and tuition costs if in-person classes again shift to fully online. Read more insight into questions colleges should have answers to here: https://t.co/ubSrAcCCPS

If you are planning to take the ACT on July 18th, make sure to confirm your test location and seat are still open by checking your email for a message from https://t.co/dvoc3TvQ9X. Go here for specific instructions to verify or create a Plan B (C or D)! https://t.co/CGpVwWrA3w

Regardless of whether students will be starting their college careers online or in-person, the key to success in college is planning how to take advantage of the resources and opportunities available to you. Find 12 tips for a successful year here: https://t.co/zSJxP5ZRU8

College Bound & Ready is excited for Abby Frank, a rising senior from Southridge High School, who is participating in the Western Aerospace Scholars Program & Summer Intensive. We are so excited to see what you do in the future, Abby! #collegeboundandready #nasa