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5 Tips for Students Filling Out the Common App

Sunday was a big day in my household. August 1st always is. It is the day when the Common[...]

Got Family Responsibilities? Here's Why That's Meaningful to Admissions Officers

I love when there are positive trends in college admissions. It happens so rarely that it is[...]

What the Pre-Read Means for Student-Athletes

Set the stage: It's mid-July. The dog days of summer. Everyone is seemingly "on vacation" or "out[...]

My Summer Checklist for Rising Seniors

Every year when July 4th fades in the distance, I feel like summer is just slipping away. There is[...]

What to Do If Your Child Is Not Motivated for College Admissions

As a college counselor for the last half of my career, I have seen a wide range of students[...]