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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.

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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…

Insights from the 2019 Application Season

As the 2019 season comes to an end, Seniors are finalizing their essays and submitting their applications. Some of my students are beginning to…

Our November Newsletter

In the latest issue of our newsletter we discuss five subjects of interest to college and high school students, as well as parents. Considering Women’s Colleges…

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…

The September Newsletter

In the latest issue of our newsletter we continue to cover subjects of interest to both college and high school students, as well as parents. Our…

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…

Essential Dorm Room Items

Essential Dorm Room Items Furnishing a new dorm room can be affordable, enjoyable, and uncomplicated, and making sure you stock up on a few…

There’s an App For That!

As application season approaches, students are thankful that they won’t need to fill out a new and separate application for each school to which…

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…

Finding Your Fit 5

Off the Beaten Path 2

Mental Health & the Path to College 4

How To’s 4

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