Summer is a good time to relax and recharge–and prepare for the college admissions process. Learn what you can do to give yourself an edge (and have fun, too!).
When should you talk to your kids about student debt? As soon as possible. Don’t wait until they are about to graduate. Some debt is good. Some debt amounts to an anvil around a young person’s neck.
Families often ask me for guidance on selecting the best community service and leadership development programs for their students. I
In the sports-obsessed United States, many families assume that the ticket to a hefty college scholarship is athletic prowess on the field, on the court, or in the pool. Not so.
Get Good Grades. It’s true. In the realm of college admissions, it’s the geeks who get the biggest scholarships. But
Colleges value community service in the admissions process. But not everyone must do community service to get into college.
One of the most recent developments in college admissions and recruitment is the use of humor. Check it out.
Bottom line: while standardized tests are not the only factor in college admissions, they do matter a lot. The more selective the university, the more they matter.
Why hire an educational consultant? Because you get personalized attention, alleviate stress, gain a competitive edge, eliminate confusion, and (best of all) you can SAVE MONEY!
An article in today’s Chronicle of Higher Education (registration required) highlights the ways in which the state of Illinois has
In this guest post, Colin Smith, a Harvard College junior, shares his experiences in taking a gap year between high school and college.
It can be tough to figure out how to demonstrate your character in an essay. Mark gives some tips.
