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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

What Are You Doing This Summer?

When I meet with students for the first time, one of the questions I ask them is, “What are you doing this summer?” The…

College Waiting Lists

What happens to a student who isn’t outright rejected from a school and isn’t accepted to a school? They are put on the waiting…

Tips for College Visits

Many juniors (and some sophomores) are visiting colleges this time of year. It’s hard to remember all the information that each school provides. Here…

College Tuition Hikes

In these days of tuition increases on top of already unaffordable college costs, let’s be aware of where our hard-earned dollars are going. Read…

Gap Year

I have noticed a steady increase in interest in Gap Year programs, as more students want to take time off before they begin college.…

College Choice

By the end of March or the beginning of April, students will have heard their admission decisions from their colleges. Many will know exactly…

SAT Subject Tests: When You Need Them, When You Don’t

June is the last chance during this school year for them to take standardized tests: the ACT’s, the SAT’s, and the SAT subject tests.

Demonstrated Interest

While some high school seniors are getting ready to put a deposit down at the college of their choice, many juniors are visiting college…

Timeliness is Everything

For high school juniors, college seems like a lifetime away. But those of us who are adults know just how fast time goes; before…

College Application Time

Most students may think of the fall as the time to start tackling these, but many do (and all should) take advantage of the…

Finding Your Fit 5

Off the Beaten Path 2

Mental Health & the Path to College 4

How To’s 4

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