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Is a Liberal Arts Education Still Worth It?

The value of a liberal arts education depends on three things: what the student wants to do after graduation and 2 more. See the full picture.

August 3, 2026

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Can a good SAT/ACT score make up for a weaker GPA?

A strong SAT or ACT score can shift an admissions conversation, but it cannot rewrite a four-year academic record.

August 3, 2026

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Do Dual Enrollment or AP Classes Look Better on Your Transcript?

The honest answer is that neither is universally superior. The better question is which option demonstrates the highest level of academic challenge.

July 29, 2026

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Want an Early “Yes”? Why Rolling-Admissions Schools Belong on Your List

A well-placed rolling admissions school can change the entire arc of your application season. Learn more.

July 28, 2026

Colleges That Change Lives College Fairs

Learn more about the Colleges That Change Lives (CTCL) by visiting an informational session near you.

July 27, 2026

Double Majors at Liberal Arts Schools

Mark lends his expertise to advice on taking double majors at liberal arts colleges: it’s best not to narrow your focus to the details of two separate majors, but to take one major and get the whole picture.

July 26, 2026

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Is Filling Out the FAFSA Worth It?

July 24, 2026

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Beyond the Resume: How to Leverage High School Internships for Ivy League Admissions

This blog post details how highly selective colleges evaluate high school internships. It moves beyond just listing ‘good’ internships to explaining how students can connect these experiences to their overall application narrative, tying into GCA’s 97% top-3 acceptance rate.

July 21, 2026