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Founder's Feature - June 2026 Edition

By Melinda Giampietro

Throughout the academic year, Melinda Giampietro, Options Founder/President, will share some of her favourite things in her monthly Founder's Feature. Melinda loves reading, data, research, and following academic…

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SAT Prep Over the Summer Break

Elyse Economides

While summer vacation is a great time for students to recharge, it is also a great time to introduce strong studying practices into your student’s routine. Your student…

Studying for the SAT Over the Summer Break

Elyse Economides

The next SAT test date is October 1st. While October may feel very far away at the moment, it will arrive sooner then you think. Summer break is…

Summer Program Feature

Elyse Economides

Join us this summer for a variety of program options. We will be offering workshops at both the West Vancouver and South Granville locations. US Admissions Boot Camp…

Frequently Asked Questions from ‘Final Exam Prep’ Workshops

Elyse Economides

Where do I begin studying? Studying can be overwhelming, especially since final exams cover a whole year’s worth of material. Start by making a study plan. Look at…

The Economic Value of Your Major

Elyse Economides

A new report by the Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce has found that the degrees with the highest earning median salaries involve engineering, math, or science.…

A Peek into the Complex U.S. Admissions Process

Elyse Economides

The Ivy League admissions process becomes more competitive and more complicated every year. With most schools admitting less than 10 percent of applicants, many students want to know…

You Have Written the SAT – Now What?

Elyse Economides

Congratulations on completing your first SAT exam! After months of studying and preparing for the big test, you finally have a moment to breathe. After this moment is…

Should I Take Both the SAT and ACT?

Elyse Economides

One of the biggest questions we get is whether or not a U.S. bound student should take both the SAT and ACT. Both tests hold equal weight with…

University Student Recruitment Goes Viral

Elyse Economides

A number of universities are coming up with unique ways of recruiting new students and creating a buzz on campus. A LipDub is a ‘homemade’ music video in…

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