by Allison | Apr 28, 2012 | Blog, Essay / Personal Statement, Exploring College Options, Financial Aid, Headlines, Helpful Links: Exploring College Options
Aah Summertime! If you are a parent of a rising senior, you and your son or daughter are breathing a sigh of collective relief—11th grade is behind us! However, don’t let the lazy days of summer fool you. There are a number of items that should be on...
by Allison | Jan 19, 2012 | Blog, Exploring College Options, Headlines
“Mom, what possible relevance will Algebra have in my life?” This is what my eighth grader asked me recently as he grumbled over his homework. I remember feeling similarly when I was in middle and high school and often asked myself why or how the material I was...
by Allison | Aug 5, 2011 | Blog, Essay / Personal Statement, Exploring College Options, Financial Aid, Headlines, Visiting Schools
Are you or your child spending some sleepless nights thinking about the start of senior year and the college selection process? Here is some advice on how to get yourself (or your student) situated for a great start to the new school year and beyond: We challenge...
by Allison | Jul 26, 2011 | Blog, Essay / Personal Statement
When considering what to write about for your college essay–remember this: everyone has a great story to share. A good essay tells so much about you and can make what was formerly a two-dimensional application come alive. When admissions officers read...
by Allison | Mar 16, 2011 | Academics, Blog, Exploring College Options, Financial Aid, Identifying Goals, Making the Right Choice, Visiting Schools
Admissions facts that stand the test of time. 1. There are no guarantees. Even if you have a perfect score on the SAT or the ACT along with a 4.0 GPA–you are not guaranteed a place at your first choice institution. Look at this example: 83% of high school...
