The Supreme Court’s ruling earlier this summer regarding affirmative action opens the door for additional consideration and debate, but it will not likely turn college admissions on its head for this cycle. Read my last blog to learn more.

One of the major applications strategies I work through with most students involves application timing. Should you apply for Early Decision (ED), Early Action (EA), or Regular Decision (RD)? Let’s review each type of application and what they mean.

College is expensive, and most of the cost is up to the student and their family to pay. Part of your financial aid package will include the availability of federal loans. Before you apply for a student loan, it’s important to look into scholarship opportunities.

While your essay might be on any number of topics, customizing it to the school of your choice will not only attract admissions officers to your application, but it will also help you solidify your belief that this school will be a good fit for you.

In part two of Assessing Fit to Find the Best College for You, we explore student life and campus environmental factors that should be considered when determining your “best fit” school.

Determining the “right fit” college is critical to successful college admissions. As your family begins the college search, consider these tips to help you assess the institutional and academic department and ensure they align with your teen’s values and goals.

Think back for a moment on the people in your life who have been leaders. They probably didn’t look the same, act the same, or have the same style. There is no one model to be an effective leader, but there are commonly shared traits.

While 2020 has certainly caused a dramatic increase in the number of students exploring colleges without ever visiting, stepping on campus for the first time on freshman move-in day is not all that uncommon. Make the most of virtual visits with these tips.

College interviews are an important step in finding the right fit for your career preparation. These opportunities for focused individual time with an admissions officer or alumni volunteer will give you important insight as to how the university aligns with your values and goals.