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The Summer of College Visits: Getting Started With My Rising Junior

I blocked my schedule. It's really happening. I'm taking Max on a series of trips to visit colleges[...]

How To Help Your Teacher Write the Best Recommendation Letter for You

Next week I'll travel to one of my favorite high schools of all time to give a workshop to their[...]

The Worst College Admissions Advice I’ve Seen on Instagram

I saw an Instagram Reel from a "college admissions expert" last week. The advice they gave was[...]

5 Things Every Family Should Know Before Starting Test Prep

It’s not much of a secret that preparing for and taking the ACT or SAT isn’t exactly fun; just ask[...]

My Annual Ivy Day Message for Families

It's that day. The one that I brace myself for. Ivy Day. The day when all eight Ivy League[...]

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