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Is Something Different with Waitlists This Year?

The University of Virginia didn't waste any time. The public university announced this week that it[...]

My One-Step Rule for Deciding What College to Attend

Wake Forest or University of Richmond? UC San Diego or Loyola Marymount? Colby or Middlebury? Ohio[...]

My Advice for 8th Grade Families Choosing Classes

Last night in a moment of frustration, I asked (well, maybe I yelled) if Max, my 8th grade son, had[...]

Is It the Beginning of the End of Legacy Admissions?

One of the most controversial aspects of the college admissions process is not what you think. It's[...]

5 Things You Need to Know About Your SAT Score Report

You've made it! After months of preparation and planning, your teen has taken their first official[...]