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Freshman survival skills – beyond Covid
Don’t be one of those college students that ends up on the evening news because they didn’t take the pandemic seriously. Listen to the doctors and school administrators about dealing…
Read moreThink twice before submitting Early Decision
Before you hit submit for that November 1 Early Decision (ED) deadline, consider this: Early Decision is binding. That means that if you are accepted, you must go. That’s a…
Read moreReturning home after the big drop-off
Pride and angst, very likely more angst than pride this year as families drop off their budding freshmen for a definitively non-traditional college experience. How many FaceBook posts have you…
Read moreThe 3 types of essays: The Good, the Bad and the Risky
If they made a movie about nailing the perfect admissions essay, the title might be: “The Good, The Bad and The Risky.” The Risky Let’s start with “The Risky.” One…
Read moreApplication mistakes to avoid
College applications are out; let the careless errors begin. A sloppy college application; while one of the easiest missteps to avoid is probably among the most common mistake applicants make.…
Read moreHelping Teens Deal with Covid-Related Anxiety
When our world changes quickly and suddenly, because of things like COVID-19, it is common to experience changes in our thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Feelings of anxiety, fear or worry…
Read moreFreshmen Essentials
In the old days, a roll of quarters for the washer and dryer was considered essential. Today, with enhanced technology, most laundry rooms take credit or debit cards and many…
Read moreHow will colleges evaluate applicants in the Covid era?
The playing field has essentially been leveled. Students aren’t attending elite summer university programs, conducting research, participating in community service projects or mission trips, traveling to distant lands or growing…
Read moreEssay Brainstorming — no easy task
Summer is a great time to ponder deep thoughts and right about now rising seniors should be pondering their college essays. The essay is a student’s best opportunity to set…
Read moreOne piece of advice – be different
If I could only give every family one piece of advice about college admissions and the college application process it would be this: Dare to be different. Be different from…
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