Admissions
Showing all Admissions resources including blog posts, downloadable guides, tools, and advice.
Capturing Your Story
The school year is coming to a close, and you’re getting excited about summer and all its possibilities. But nagging …
Podcast Bonus Episode: Tools for Academic Skill-Building and Accountability
Towards the end of my conversation with Jay, our CEO, last week, we started getting really tactical around various tools …
Planning a Summer that Serves
Summer is on its way, and if you’re the parent of a high schooler, you’re probably starting to think about …
The Weight of the Waitlist
If your child has been put on the waitlist for their college of choice, you know the ache of watching …
To Test or Not To Test?
One of the less visible changes that the 2020 pandemic brought us was the shift to “test optional” policies at …
Podcast: How to Navigate the Waitlist
With all the college decisions that came out in the last week of March, I’m getting so many questions about …
Making the Most of Your College Visits
College visits can be daunting and stressful, but with the right approach and preparation, they can offer the building blocks …
How to Build a College List
If your student is a sophomore or junior, it’s time to create a list that is robust enough to give …
Personal Statement Essay Prompts
The Common Application provides five prompts for your personal essay …
Make Your College Application Stand Out
Who are college admissions officers? And how can students ensure their applications stand out? Discover three helpful guidelines for making …
