The Johnnies Blog
7 Scholarship Application Mistakes to Avoid: Fund Your Education in 2025
Scholarships are an essential way to help fund your education, but with many students competing for the same opportunities, even small mistakes can hurt your chances of success. Whether you’re applying for the first time or you’ve already navigated the process, knowing what common mistakes to avoid can significantly improve the quality of your application and increase your chances of receiving a scholarship.
In this guide, we identify common mistakes in scholarship applications and provide expert advice from the undergraduate admission leadership at St. John’s University to help you submit the strongest application possible.
How to Build an Exceptional LinkedIn Profile: Top Tips for Students
Building your digital branding strategy as a college student is essential for success in today’s professional world. A strong online presence opens doors to internships, alumni connections, and future career opportunities. With platforms like LinkedIn, you can position yourself as a standout candidate even before graduating.
This guide provides insights on building a solid digital brand that converts. It includes examples from St. John’s University students and faculty who have crafted exceptional LinkedIn profiles.
How to Write a Personal Essay that Moves Admissions
Learn how to write a compelling personal essay with guidance from St. John’s University, Queens, NY. Discover tips, examples, and ideas to make your college application stand out.
Maintaining a Plant-Based Diet on Campus: Tips from a Registered Dietitian
Plant-based diets are popular on college campuses for their health and environmental benefits. But sticking to a plant-based diet while living on campus can be tricky, with limited kitchen access, storage space, and budget concerns. Here, I’ll share simple, realistic tips for thriving on a plant-based diet while living in a residence room.
Test-Optional: What This Means for College Admissions
Discover the reasons behind the shift to test-optional admissions from the experts at St. John's, and see how this change is influencing the college application process for all students.
What I Wish I Knew before Attending College out of State: Tips for a Smooth Transition
Explore essential tips for a smooth transition to out-of-state college life, from managing costs to building friendships and overcoming homesickness.
