The process of selecting and applying to college mirrors the job search process and college admission has never been more competitive. Each institution is looking for the best incoming freshman class to bolster their ranking. Is 
there a college that you’ve been dreaming of attending? With the number of college applicants rising each year and schools becoming more selective, you must market yourself effectively to stand out from the competition. Overwhelmed and not sure how to make yourself stand out? The Resume Resource can help.
According to the NY Time’s The Choice blog, the number of accepted applications dropped in 2013 at many of the top colleges and universities. For example, Boston University’s 2013 Overall Admit Rate was 36.22% as compared to 45.61% in 2012. There simply are not enough spaces for all the qualified students. Some prospective students try to offset the increased competition by applying to dozens of schools, but that can be very costly. Most universities charge in the $50 – $75 range for an undergraduate application, while George Mason University charges $100 per application! The answer is to apply smarter, not increase the number of applications you submit.
The good news is that you can increase your odds of college acceptance by highlighting the value you offer the institution. The college admissions process takes into consideration a variety of academic and non-academic factors. Your college application needs to shine in several areas: grades, AP classes, standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, volunteerism and athletics. A well-written College Admissions Resume represents all your application material in one spot, making it easy for the college admissions officials that you are a serious candidate.
The college admissions process can be long and difficult. If you want to improve your odds of being accepted by the school of your choice, The Resume Resource is here to help with our College Admissions Resume.
Trish Thomas founded The Resume Resource in 2009 to help people develop the tools, strategies and confidence to build satisfying careers. As a Career Coach and Resume Writer, she helps her clients articulate their unique value to stand out from the competition, and guides them through the job search process to make it less overwhelming and more successful. www.the-resume-resource.com