The college application process can be stressful for high school students, feeling like a high-stakes exam where they compete to stand out from other qualified applicants. That’s where international experiences e.g., study abroad programs, volunteering, cultural exchanges, can become your secret weapon that will capture the attention of admissions officers.
Moutar Sampil, a dedicated high school senior in our College Path Mentorship program for two years, aims to study Marketing at Rutgers New Brunswick. His hard work paid off with acceptances to Montclair, Rutgers Newark, Rutgers New Brunswick, and others. UpLift Academy congratulates him with a $100 gift card and wishes him success in his college journey.
With the right preparation and resources, one can approach the SAT with confidence and achieve the scores needed to unlock your dream schools. This guide explores the benefits of SAT tutoring, different tutoring options available, and key factors to consider when choosing the right program, particularly for low-income students.
The college admissions landscape is constantly evolving, and the recent trend of several universities, including MIT, Yale, Dartmouth, and Brown, reinstating standardized testing requirements has sparked debate.
We held parent meetings at Alaaka Association on February 10th and at Masjid Fallahee on February 17th. These meetings marked a significant step towards strengthening ties between Uplift and parents, as well as enhancing parental involvement in the educational journey of their children.
As education continually evolves in the digital age, so do standardized testing methods. The shift from traditional paper-and-pencil SAT testing to Digital SAT reflects a commitment to aligning assessment tools with the skills demanded in today's world.
We are delighted to announce that the first Open House of our STEAM Academies in our new location will be held at 10.30 am on January 27, 2024. Come with your kid, connect with other parents, share the joy of your child’s learning journey, and discover the endless possibilities our STEAM Academies offer.
Recognizing many challenges, UPLIFT Academy offers a beacon of hope for low-income students in New Jersey. Through its free College Path Mentorship program, UPLIFT Academy empowers students to break through barriers and achieve their college dreams.
Our guest speaker, Yusuf Kocaman, a recent graduate, who studied Computer Science at Princeton University, visited the College Path Mentorship mentees at Seminary Baptist Church in Paterson and Union Baptist Church in Passaic City.
Our guest speaker, Metin San, a student at Ramapo College majoring in Biochemistry, visited the College Path Mentorship mentees at Alaaka Association at Newark on December 2nd, 2023.
