College Admissions
Want To Be An Architect? Study the Liberal Arts!
What Classes Do I Need to Be an Architect? A client of mine is a budding architect. He is taking an independent study in architecture
June 26, 2023
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Famous Graduates of Liberal Arts Colleges
There are many famous graduates of liberal arts colleges. A college admissions counselor demonstrates the value of a liberal arts degree.
June 26, 2023
College Application
High GPA or Hard Classes? Which Is Better?
Q: Should I take easy courses to get a high GPA or take harder courses and risk watching my average tumble? A: Admissions officers reward risk takers.
June 24, 2023
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March 16, 2023
College Application
The Value of a Philosophy Major
What can you do with a major in philosophy? Many question the value of studying philosophy or the liberal arts in general. The reality is that a philosophy major gives…
March 10, 2023
College Admissions +
Why Major in Music? A Dean Defends Arts
Why major in music? Because it is great preparation for a career at Microsoft! Here Mark reviews a speech by Brian Pertl, Dean of the Conservatory of Music at Lawrence…
February 26, 2023
College Application
Four Myths About Your PSAT Scores
Did you receive your PSAT scores? What do they mean? This blog post will debunk four common myths about the PSAT and you can learn how to take full advantage…
February 14, 2023
College Application
Perfect College Essay: Consider Audience
Any writer has to consider the audience for whom they are writing. Your college essay is no different. Think long and hard about how the admissions officer will approach the…
February 9, 2023
College Application
How to Choose a College Essay Topic
Not sure what to write about for your Common Application college essay? Never fear: you can write about virtually anything–as long as your essay contains fundamental elements. Read Mark’s tips…
February 2, 2023