College Counseling Blog

Is There a Career Combining Humanities and STEM?
by Jennifer L. Yes! There are many career possibilities in which humanities and STEM go hand-in-hand. You don’t have to...

The Path to Medical School
by Hanan R. The notion of being a doctor first came to me when I was a kid. I felt...

Exploring a Career Path in Medicine
by Aaron L. (Additional note for students: Aaron is a Harvard Medical School physician specializing in Radiology.) Are you a...

What is a Liberal Arts School?
by Jennifer L. In a rapidly evolving world driven by technological advancement and specialized careers, the concept of a liberal...

What’s the Difference Between Public Colleges and Private Colleges?
by Sarah M. With thousands of colleges in the United States, it can be overwhelming decided which ones to apply...

Early Action vs. Early Decision vs. Restricted Early Action: the Pros and Cons
by Shiv G. For high school seniors navigating the college application process, three common early application options stand out: Early...
College Essays Blog

UC Prompt #3: How to Show Your Greatest Talent/Skill
by Lillie W. UC Prompt #3: What would you say is your greatest talent or skill? How have you developed...

UC Prompt #2: How to Show Your Creativity
by Sarah M. UC prompt #2: Every person has a creative side, and it can be expressed in many ways:...

UC Prompt #1: Displaying Your Leadership (Vlog)
by Molly R. Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes...

Writing Concisely in Your College Essay
by Molly R. As you probably know, it’s imperative to write concisely in your college essays. Every word matters when...

How to Write About Career in a College Essay
by Michelle P. What is the career that you imagined you would have as a kid? An action movie star?...

How to Write for Common App Prompt #7 – Free Choice
by Sarah M. Prompt 7: “Share an essay on a topic of your choice. It can be one you’ve already...