The Secret to Skyrocketing Grades? It Starts with this clear Goal
April 19, 2025
How a Clear Goal Inspires Better Grades
With eStudents’ GradGoal, your child’s strengths, hobbies, and real‑time tutoring data come together to map out the perfect higher‑education path—fueling motivation and unlocking higher achievement.
1. The Power of Purpose
Students who know exactly where they’re headed are far more likely to engage deeply in their daily studies. When your child sees a tangible program—like Environmental Science at Stanford or Genomics at Duke—their “why” becomes crystal clear, and every math problem or reading assignment takes on new meaning.
2. How GradGoal Works
- Strengths from AI Tutoring: We analyze subjects where your student shines (say, biology or calculus) based on completed tutor sessions.
- Personal Interests & Hobbies: From soccer to DNA sequencing, these passions factor into school and program recommendations that feel truly personal.
- Customized Matches: Our system generates a ranked list of six top programs—trade schools, universities, or specialized institutes—aligned with both academic strengths and life interests.
3. Sample Journey: Environmental Science & Genomics
Imagine your student selects:
- Fields that excite them: Environmental Science
- Hobbies they love: Soccer, DNA Sequencing
GradGoal might then recommend:
Stanford University
Location: Stanford, CA
Program: Environmental Science & Engineering
Careers: Environmental Scientist, Conservation Scientist
Salary: $78k–$156k
Req’s: GPA ≥ 3.5, SAT/ACT, 2 rec letters, essays
Campus Life: Division I Soccer, 650+ clubs
Duke University
Location: Durham, NC
Program: Biology with Genomics
Careers: Geneticist, Biotechnologist
Salary: $65k–$130k
Req’s: GPA ≥ 3.7, SAT/ACT, 2 rec letters, essays
Campus Life: Division I Soccer, 400+ clubs
UC Berkeley
Location: Berkeley, CA
Program: Environmental Sciences
Careers: Environmental Consultant, Policy Maker
Salary: $72k–$143k
Req’s: GPA ≥ 3.6, SAT/ACT, 2 rec letters, essays
Campus Life: Division I Soccer, 1,000+ clubs
4. From Goals to Gains
When students track progress against a personalized GradGoal roadmap, they:
- Study more strategically—focusing on skills that unlock their dream programs.
- Maintain momentum—each completed assignment brings them closer to a real, exciting goal.
- Build confidence—knowing they’re on the right track fuels even greater effort.
Claim Your Free Summer Pass
This summer, turn aspirations into action. Use code SUMMER2025 to unlock a 90‑day Free Summer Pass featuring:
- ✔ Unlimited 24/7 AI tutoring
- ✔ Adaptive assessments tied to your child’s GradGoal
- ✔ Weekly progress reports for parents
- ✔ Engaging, gamified practice
Offer valid through August 31, 2025. No credit card required.