College Selection

Webinar: College Research: The Not-So-Secret Key to Success in College Admissions

Webinar: College Research: The Not-So-Secret Key to Success in College Admissions

In this informative session, we'll show you, with examples, why meticulous college research is essential to successful applications.

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Swami’s First-Hand Look: Georgia Tech

Thoughts after my recent visit to Georgia Tech, a public research university in Atlanta known for its emphasis on STEM fields.

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Questions You Should Ask on a Campus Tour

Questions You Should Ask on a Campus Tour

Campus tours are important in choosing your college. Here are questions you should be asking at a campus tour.

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LifeLaunchr’s AI-Powered College Profiles and Tools: Webinar

LifeLaunchr’s AI-Powered College Profiles and Tools: Webinar

Join us to explore how LifeLaunchr's revolutionary tools, featuring College Profiles can revolutionize the college research process.

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The Eight Factors College Admissions Officials Look for in Your Application

The Eight Factors College Admissions Officials Look for in Your Application

Understand the admissions factors college admissions officials consider in an student to build a great application.

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How to Research Colleges

How to Research Colleges

Researching colleges systematically and carefully is critical to building a list that genuinely fits the student.

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Creating An Authentic Balance in Your College List

Creating An Authentic Balance in Your College List

To make a good college list, focus on finding good fits, rather than chasing after the highest-ranked colleges. Rankings are arbitrary.

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How a College Admissions Coach Can Help You Achieve Better Results

How a College Admissions Coach Can Help You Achieve Better Results

An experienced college admissions coach can be critical to help students and families navigate the process, set priorities, and achieve better outcomes.

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Five Tips to Ace a College Admissions Interview

Five Tips to Ace a College Admissions Interview

Some colleges require or offer the opportunity for students to have an interview as part of their college admissions process. Here's how to ace an interview.

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How to Create a College List

How to Create a College List

Building a college list is one of the most critical parts of the college application process, ensuring that college doesn't turn into a $200,000 mistake.

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The Switch on the Wall: The Hard Part is Invisible

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A student muttered "wow" under her breath. A Waldorf mom who doesn't love AI called it "truly miraculous." On designing Soar to be simple enough that the hard part disappears.

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Why I’m Building an AI College and Career Planning Assistant

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What AI makes possible for college and career counseling, and why I spent seven weeks building a platform that does it right.

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Free Webinar: What You Need to Know About Applying to Pre-Med Programs in College

Free Webinar: What You Need to Know About Applying to Pre-Med Programs in College

Watch LifeLaunchr's free webinar on the pre-med path: what medical schools want, how to choose a major, and why your college choice matters more than most families realize.

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What Juniors (and Their Families) Need to Know About College Admission – 2026 Edition

What Juniors (and Their Families) Need to Know About College Admission – 2026 Edition

Junior year is most important year of high school for college admissions. Focus on what truly matters and avoid common mistakes.

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Webinar: Filling Out the Cal State Application: What Students Need to Know

Webinar: Filling Out the Cal State Application: What Students Need to Know

The California State University application is based entirely on a student's voice, and it's due soon. This webinar shows you how to fill it out accurately and strategically

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Free Webinar: Your Guide to Filling out the CSS/Profile

Free Webinar: Your Guide to Filling out the CSS/Profile

Some colleges require the CSS/Profile for financial aid. Learn how to fill out the form to maximize your financial aid awards.

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