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Facebook Live Recap: Ask America's College Counselor (9.14.22)

During my Facebook Live Q&A in September, I answered questions from students and parents on topics[...]

Do Elective Classes Matter in College Admissions?

My favorite class in high school was Public Speaking. If there were more Communication/Rhetoric[...]

How to Determine What Is Really Optional in Your College Application

Deciphering what is "optional" versus "required" for a college application is like trying to read[...]

What to Do If You Can't Take the Class You Want

With school starting, many high school students are still finalizing their classes for this year.[...]

5 Things I Told My Daughter at the Beginning of Junior Year

My oldest child is a junior in high school this year. I have spent my career giving advice to other[...]