Not all of us have smooth experiences in high school. For some, it takes longer to adjust, and others make some unwise decisions. Sometimes, serious life issues have to be dealt with: death, divorce, athletic injuries, or an end of a serious relationship. Whatever the situation, it has meant a bumpy road, rather than the smooth sailing hoped for – and what’s worse, there is the possibility that chances of getting into a good school have been ruined.
Here are some thoughts on what to do:
Deal with it directly
The professionals who read your college application are just that - professional. And that means they’re almost certainly going to see the drop in your performance. So that means you have to talk about it. If you don’t they’re going to make some assumptions that might not turn out to be in your favor -especially if it’s a highly selective school. Some schools give you the opportunity - through an essay -to talk about it. If they don’t ask, submit an essay anyway. In your essay (or an interview) you should…
