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Common App Essay Prompt 1: Background, Identity, Interest, or Talent

July 6, 2023

Writing your Common App essay about your background, identity, interest, or talent is a great way to stand out from the crowd–if you zero in on what the essay prompt is really asking you. Exercise care in choosing to write on Common App Essay Prompt 1. If you fully understand what the prompt is asking, you’ll be better able to write a fantastic Common App essay that can help you shine in the admissions office.

Tips For College Fairs

July 1, 2023

Spring college fairs are here. Read these five tips for making the most of your college fair experience.

Campus Safety Questions

June 27, 2023

Campus Safety Questions In building a college list, parents may have a lot of campus safety questions. And in this country, that is not surprising.

Find a Good College Fit: Academics

June 24, 2023

Find the Right Fit: Start with Academics Finding the right college fit is tough. About as tough as finding a good pair of shoes. I

10 Questions About The Best Ways To Get into College

June 2, 2023

Get answers to the 10 most often questions about how to get into college. What are the most important aspects of the college admission process that you should master?

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What Is Value of a Major in Philosophy (or the Liberal Arts in General)?

March 10, 2023

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 you the skills and habits of mind to be successful in just about any profession.

Tips for Successful Campus Visit For Parents and Students

December 30, 2022

Get the Most from Campus Visits As you plan the general goals of your campus visits, plan the logistics, take the tour, listen to the

How to Choose a Major or Career–Taking the Stress Out

November 26, 2022

How to Choose a Major Today a client and I had a long conversation about how to report her intended college major on her applications.

Financial Aid Timeline for High School Seniors

May 24, 2022

Financial aid planning for high school seniors is vital. Students and parents must work together to ensure that college is affordable. Read this guide.

Community College vs University: A Personal Educational Discovery

February 15, 2021

Which is better, community college or university? A student who has done both tackles this question from her own perspective as a student at both Tufts University and Montgomery County Community College. It’s a very interesting and personal story you’ll want to read.