It’s Time…Our Tips for the 2022 College Application Season
We’re wiping the sand off our flip flops, using the last of our fireworks, and preparing for back to school. Before we knew it, the 2022 college application season creeped up on us. With the official release of the common app on August 1, seniors, college application season is here!
In August, we see several students beginning to stress about completing their applications. At Lotus, we focus on promoting a healthier, stress-free, and more successful process. Take a look below at some of our tips for removing the stress in the college application season and don’t forget to check out our Lotus Premier College Planning Group for more strategies and resources!
Lotus Premier Education: Tips for Managing Stress this College Application Season
Prepare Early! One of our Lotus mantras is “Prepare Early, Prepare Better.” Preparing early doesn’t necessarily mean completing all of your applications before school begins, but it does mean creating a realistic timeline for when those applications will be completed.
Make time to self reflect. There are several parts of the college application process that ask students to be vulnerable and to share deeply. In order to know thyself, one must spend time with thyself! Carving out time to think about what you want to say is just as important as making the time to put it down on paper.
Balance what you’re focusing on! The common app essay, the supplements, the activities list, and demonstrated interest, as well as the other components of your application, all need your attention.
Don’t forget to thoroughly research your schools - especially before communicating with admissions officers or working on supplements.
Build your team early and carefully. Who is reviewing your applications? Who is writing your recommendation letters? Is everyone on board and do they know what needs to get done?
Find constructive ways to manage your stress. The best applications are completed with positive mindsets.
