Planning your Path

College Insights & Insider Advice

As educational consultants, we have a unique perspective on the college admissions landscape and how the field continues to evolve. Check out our different blog series where we share important news, insights, and opinions on topics central to the application process.

College Planning

Home for the Holidays

College Kids Home for the Holidays? You’ve been dreaming of this moment since you dropped them off in August—the sweet reunion of your baby…

Elon’s Hot!

North Carolina’s Elon University has become increasingly popular over the past several years, but now interest has taken a steep climb: As the November…

Senioritis Strikes!

Senioritis. The symptoms show up every year. High school seniors try to balance extracurricular activities, a social life, college admission, and perhaps a part-time…

No Job, No Education?

“Tying health care to employment was arguably one of the greatest failures of public policy in U.S. history. We should learn from this experience…

Money Talks

Despite the obvious discomfort surrounding discussions about money, this summer provides a natural opportunity for students and their families to begin talking about the…

Beyond the Grades

If students have not already put together a résumé of activities, summer or after-school employment, plus athletic and academic achievements, now is a good…

Getting to Know U

As part of the admissions process, some colleges may request you to arrange an interview. This is your opportunity to bring your application to…

Destressing Time

Students have a lot to be stressed about—frenzy over the admissions process starts early and continues through senior year. But parents and students have…

Alternate Paths

Unlike other countries, where graduating high school students are provided robust alternatives to traditional college such as trade schools and apprenticeships, we in the…

Challenging Backgrounds

Some students come to me with unusual challenges in their background; they might have been caught with drugs or alcohol in school, or received…

Finding Your Fit 5

Off the Beaten Path 2

Mental Health & the Path to College 4

How To’s 4

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