IECA_What-Colleges-Look-For A rigorous high school curriculum that challenges the student and may include AP or IB classes High GPA in major subjects. However, slightly lower grades in a rigorous program are preferred to all A’s in less challenging coursework. High scores on ACT/SAT. These should be consistent with high school performance. A well-written essay that emphasizes insight into the student’s

Here’s a link to the Common App: http://www.commonapp.org/ This is Maryland’s essay page: https://www.admissions.umd.edu/apply/essay.php Maryland has joined this coalition: http://www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org/

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