The Landscape of College Admissions Has Changed, but Much is Still the Same
Just as with most aspects of life... work, school, community, entertainment... the world of college admissions has certainly been rocked...
Why Visiting Colleges is so Important
Those of us living in New England are at an advantage when it comes to visiting colleges. We can be within driving distance of several...
Deferred or Waitlisted? Here's What You Can Do
It used to be that colleges would make one of two decisions... either you're in, or you're out. But these days, many colleges are...
Surprising advice from a College Counselor...not every family needs one
Yes, I said it. Not every family needs the help of a College Counselor or Advisor. In fact, I would say most families can handle the...
Summer time... beach, sun, and essays!?
Juniors... school's out! Let the fun begin. Of course, summer is time for letting your hair down and relaxing. In fact, that should be...
Juniors, it's time to start the college process! Here's what you should be doing.
Procrastination is the name of the game for most teenagers. But when it comes to the college application process, starting early and...
Sun, Sand, Surf...and School!? Our Recent Visit to Colleges in Florida
Imagine this kind of day... you go to the beach in the morning, class in the afternoon, and study by the pool as the sun goes down in the...
High School Activities: More Than Meets The Eye
"I'd like you to create an Activity Resume," I say to my students. It should be easy, right? One thing I've noticed after guiding high...
Why It Makes Sense To Hire A College Counselor and What To Look For
Let's face it, the college application process can be stressful for families. There are over 3,000 colleges in the U.S. alone, and each...
20 Colleges You May Not Know But Should
When asked to think of colleges, most people can names schools in two groups: the "big name" schools, and the schools located close to...
