College Counseling Blog
College Counseling Self-Studying for an AP Exam?
by Jennifer L. Each year in May, students have the opportunity to take a final AP exam. If your school...
College Counseling 3 STEM Activities that can be done Remotely
by David N., PhD There are many options for great STEM extracurricular activities, but not all of them require that...
College Counseling Should You Retake the SAT as a Senior?
by Sarah M. It has become clear that at many schools, a brief flirtation with test-blindness has ended and the...
College Counseling 3 Tips for a Standout Recommendation Letter
by Diane N. As you prepare your college applications, one key element that can significantly impact your application is the...
College Counseling Deciding on a Decision Plan
by Sarah M. If you're a high school senior applying for college, how can you decide on a decision plan?...
College Counseling What Makes an Ivy League School the Right Fit for You?
by Jennifer L. Applying to an Ivy League school is notoriously challenging. With acceptance rates as low as 3-5%, the...
College Essays Blog
College Essays In Conclusion: How to Wrap Up an Essay
by Kathleen M. If you have to tell people that they have reached the end of your personal statement, you...
College Essays Revising Your Own College Essay
by Kathleen M. Now that you have a draft of your Common App Essay written, it is time for revision....
College Essays Supercharge Your Essay Paragraphs
by Kathleen M. We all know what a paragraph is. But do we? We can agree that a paragraph has...
College Essays How to Avoid a Boring Essay
by Kathleen M. One of the main challenges in writing a Common App Essay is writing something that isn’t boring...
College Essays How to Be Specific in College Essays
By Kathleen M. One of the key lessons to learn as you write your personal narrative as a part of...
College Essays How to Use Pronouns for Personal College Essays
by Kathleen M. As you write, you may find yourself googling questions that are stressing you out. You know that...
