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Facebook Live Recap: Ask America's College Counselor (2.16.22)

I had a great time answering questions during February's Facebook Live Q&A on topics like the SAT, college lists, course selection, and much more!

If you missed this month's session of Ask America's College Counselor, keep reading for a list of some of the questions I answered and to watch the full video.

SOME QUESTIONS YOU'LL SEE ME ANSWER: 
  • How should accepted students reject acceptances from schools they are not planning to attend?
  • An elite college sent a letter to my son saying that he would be a good fit based on test scores. Is this unusual?
  • How much does the SAT matter these days?
  • Any tips on how and when to negotiate merit scholarships and need-based aid?
  • What do colleges think of online high schools?
  • How many colleges should a student apply to?
  • Do last semester grades still matter senior year?
  • Do deferred students really have a chance of getting accepted?
  • AP Calculus BC or AP Stats?
  • Do colleges put a cap on how many students they will accept per high school?
  • What is your 5-4 Plan?
  • On average, how much time does an admissions officer spend reviewing an application?

    (Note: If you're unable to view the video below,
    click here to watch!)