Many college applications ask this question on the college application: Why do you want to attend this college? Admissions boards are looking for several things in your response. In all your essay responses, and in your entire application package, they are ensuring that your written word is perfect and without grammatical error. This means that you have the writing skills necessary to be articulate and accurate, but also that you have also taken great time and care in comple

It is "Application Time." Students are filling out apps, writing and revising essays, and tracking down teachers to request letters of recommendations. But still, the question is out there for students and parents; what are colleges looking for in college admissions? While each college is unique in it's goals, ideals and approach to admitting students, there are some common trends that the State of College Admission Report revealed in a recent study. Below, listed in order