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ACT vs. SAT in 2025: Navigating the New Testing Landscape
As of 2025, both the ACT and SAT have undergone significant transformations, aiming to enhance the testing experience for students. These...
Apr 192 min read
Make Your Summer Count: 25 Micro-Credentials That Impress Colleges
The summer before senior year is a crucial time to strengthen your college applications, and earning micro-credentials is a great way to...
Feb 224 min read
Applying to the University of California Schools
California has two public university systems: the University of California (UC) and the California State University (CSU) system. Each...
Feb 167 min read
The Benefits of Attending a Religiously Affiliated University
Religious colleges, whether Catholic, Jesuit, Protestant, Mormon, Jewish, Muslim, or another denomination, offer unique advantages beyond...
Feb 155 min read
Understanding Research Schools: What It Means and Why It Matters
If you’re diving into the college admissions process, you may have come across the term “R1 research university.” But what does R1 mean,...
Dec 28, 20245 min read
The Overwhelming College Admissions Process: How a College Counselor Can Help
Navigating college admissions is a complex and emotional journey. Even the most capable students may overlook crucial details that could...
Dec 1, 20243 min read
All About Supplemental Essays
When preparing for college admissions, many students focus exclusively on the Common App personal statement. While important, it’s not...
Nov 29, 20243 min read
College Consortiums and What They Offer
A consortium (plural: consortia or consortiums) is a collaborative association of multiple organizations, institutions, or entities that...
Nov 28, 20244 min read
Let's Talk Recommendations, 10 Tips to Get it Right
Recommendations are a vital part of your college application, offering admissions officers a glimpse into your character and performance...
Oct 28, 20244 min read
Should You Take the SAT or ACT?
Absolutely! It’s a good idea to take at least one of these tests. While many colleges and universities have continued their test-optional...
Oct 27, 20244 min read
10 Ways to Reduce Parent-Teen College Admission Stress
Start the conversation early (but don’t overdo it) It’s helpful to start chatting about college around sophomore year—just don’t turn it...
Oct 21, 20243 min read
AP, IB, and Dual-Enrollment, Oh My!
International Baccalaureate There are over 20,000 high schools in the United States and over 950, 5% of those high schools offer the...
Sep 18, 20244 min read
What Is the College Admissions Yield Rate?
The yield rate in college admissions is the percentage of students who choose to enroll after being offered a spot in the freshman class....
Aug 15, 20244 min read
Does Demonstrated Interest Really Matter?
Yes, demonstrated interest matters to some colleges, but it depends on the institution. As explained in this blog post , colleges track...
Jul 17, 20244 min read
What’s a Passion Project (And Do You Need One)?
Ugh, there is so much pressure being placed on high schoolers these days. I heard someone say that they feel like they need to find a...
Jun 14, 20243 min read
Is Grade Inflation Really a Thing?
Yes, unfortunately, it is true. An ACT study conducted in August 2023 found grade inflation in math, science, English, and social...
May 23, 20242 min read
10 Mistakes to Avoid When Writing a Personal Statement
According to a National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) survey, 71% of colleges view the personal statement as a...
Apr 11, 20244 min read
10 Universities with Strong Co-op Programs
Today, students and their families are increasingly focused on career outcomes when choosing a college. In a competitive job market,...
Mar 12, 20243 min read
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