College Counseling Blog

The College List
by Sarah M. There are thousands of colleges in the United States, and picking which ones to apply to can...

The Importance of Personal Growth in High School Summers
by Shiv G. While it may be tempting to spend these months doing nothing but lounging by the pool or...

Tips for Aspiring Premed Students in High School
by Shiv G. While medical school may feel like a distant thought as a high school student, preparing for a...

Don’t Go for ‘Well-Rounded’
by Sarah M. Many students aim to be “well-rounded” when they apply for college. Great grades, high test scores, a...

Planning Early is Critical for College Admissions
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Summer Jobs Help College Applications
by Tony T. Summer is coming up soon, and what you do in summer may help you in many perspectives...
College Essays Blog

How to Write for Common App Prompt #1- A Potential Golden Ticket
by Lillie W. If you’re a rising high school senior, at this point in your life your experience with job...

Keep it Simple
by Sarah M. The stakes are high when you sit down to write your personal statement for the Common App...

Can I Use ChatGPT for my Application Essays?
by Lillie W. Sure, the temptation is tantalizing. The touted miracles of generative AI language programs such as ChatGPT or...

Should You Talk About Orientation or Gender Identities
by Albert L. In honor of Pride month, I wanted to discuss a little about how identities shape who we...

It’s All About the Hook
by Nick L. As the school year ends and you begin thinking about your college essays, it can be tempting...

Showing Change in a College Essay
by Michelle An ugly duckling turns into a swan. An acorn becomes a beautiful oak tree. A timid fish becomes...