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7 Possible Reasons for Unexpected Rejections
A rejection letter, especially from one of your "Possible" or "Likely" schools, can leave you scratching your head and wondering…
9 Ways to Demonstrate Interest in a College
OK - So you've done your research, and decided that you really like a college. If you've read our blog on Demonstrated Interest, you know it's important…
Who's Reading Your Essay?
Here’s a visualization exercise I use with students before they start their college admissions essays:Imagine a college admissions representative…
Demonstrated Interest - An Important Part of College Admissions
Colleges consider many factors when deciding who to admit. GPA, extracurriculars and test scores are typically the most important…
Advice from the Other Side
I asked students and parents to share their advice for students and parents about to begin the college admissions process. Who better to provide guidance than those who have just completed the journey…
An (often) Overlooked Part of College Applications
As a college applicant, you will probably spend hours pouring over your essays and your apps, making lists of requirements and deadlines and studying diligently for tests…
What to do if you're Boring
I have worked with a range of students from very diverse backgrounds. Some have overcome poverty, illness, abuse or the death of a parent. Others have had fortunate lives without major challenges…