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Does the Letter of Recommendation Still Matter in College Admissions?

I used to take such pride when I wrote a letter of recommendation for a student. As the school[...]

What to Do If Your Junior Ignores Everything You Say

You know that moment when your kid is talking to another adult and they suggest something that you[...]

The #1 Data Point That Makes a Difference Between an Acceptance and a Denial

There is an illusion taking place in college admissions where our perceptions of colleges and their[...]

Are the Minimum Admissions Requirements Enough to Get Into College?

I remember being a high school student and not wanting to take math and science my senior year. If[...]

5 College Admissions Resolutions for High School Juniors

It is a new year. This is a moment for all of us to look at where we are and where we want to be.

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