PREPARING FOR COLLEGE

Do I have to have cured cancer to get into college? While it might feel like you need to check every box and have done something...

The short answer? Absolutely. In today's college admissions landscape, college admissions committees have seen exponential increases in...

Before we get into the specifics of this topic, we need to say straightaway that it is important to research the schools you're applying...

It's the age-old question this time of year as students pick their schedules for the upcoming year: how many AP classes should I take?...

October 1 – It's time for cooler weather and financial aid applications! Here’s everything you need to know to get the most out of aid...

School is out, and colleges mostly care about grades, so time to sit back and binge watch Netflix for 12 glorious weeks! Not so fast....

I always say there is a momentary feeling of relief when students hit the "submit" button for college applications, followed quickly by a...

We are always asked when parents and students should start the college planning process. And whether you have baby pictures with your...

This is a concern and central to the desire of many students and parents in securing a bright future (without resorting to donating a...

For a lot of students, the essay portion of college applications is one of the most daunting parts of the process. But guess what? It...

Most applicants want to be seen as more than a set of numbers: GPA, SAT score, # of community service hours, etc. They want to show their...

I consider myself a professional college tourist, having taken my first-born across the country to 23 schools on his long list, starting...