Understand the admissions factors college admissions officials consider in an student to build a great application.
June
How to Research Colleges
Researching colleges systematically and carefully is critical to building a list that genuinely fits the student.
Showcase Your Extracurricular Activities
Explaining a student’s extracurricular activities is an integral part of the holistic admissions process at U.S. universities. Here's what you need to know.
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.
Keys to a Great College Admission Essay
This time of year, many students are working on college admission essays. A great essay can help you be selected over others with similar scores and grades.
Using Summer Wisely to Get Started on College Admissions
Summer vacation can be a moment to take a break after an intense school year. But it's also a time to really focus on college admissions and college planning.
Here's a great list of things parents and students can do over the summer!
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.
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.
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.
How to Ask For a Letter of Recommendation for College Admissions
A good letter of recommendation, especially in the shadow of COVID-19. can be a real difference-maker in college applications. Here's what you need to know about asking for a letter of recommendation.