In our office, a common question is- I am not sure what to do, what will colleges prefer? Whether the question is about academic or extracurricular activities, students and parents want to know that they are making the best decision and getting the most benefit out of their time and commitment. By being a part of the Southern Association for College Admissions and Counseling (SACAC), our office has been given access to great resources that we can absorb and then forward to you guys! Ashley Brookshire wrote a great article that entails how she answers the dreaded "what do colleges prefer" question. If you have the time, check out the other articles that are listed. You might find other nuggets of information that might be a great fit for you from how to deal with what is coming next, wowing your interviewer, and utilizing your school counselor. All are great reads and provide great content for the aspiring college student!
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