DON’T GIVE UP: The Power of a Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI)

It’s the last leg of a very, very long and grueling marathon. Your legs hurt, your feet burn, and you are waaay over this...

Tips for Completing the 2024-25 Common App

August 1 marked the kickoff of college application season. This is the date that the Common Application officially opened for the Class of 2025. Here are some...

The 2025-2026 Common App Essay Prompts Have Been Announced!

Start Early to Maximize Success! Good news for current high school juniors! The Common Application has announced that the essay prompts for the 2025-2026 application cycle...

How to Create a Great High School Resume

Whether a high school student is looking for a job or an internship, applying to college, pursuing a scholarship, or seeking to attend a...

Preparing to Be a Music Major

Your student has participated in their school’s music program since sixth grade, is now taking private lessons, consistently makes the all-state band, and attends...

Thriving Through College Admissions: Celebrating Victories and Coping with Disappointment

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Navigating college admission decisions generates a mix of emotions—excitement, anticipation, and disappointment. Embrace the highs, acknowledge the lows, and maintain a positive outlook. Whether...

How to Create a Standout College Admissions Video: A Step-by-Step Guide

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As if the competitive college admissions landscape weren’t challenging enough, now many schools offer students the opportunity to submit an admissions video in addition...

Nine College Essay Tips to Get Your Student Writing

The “Common App Essay," the “Personal Statement,” the “College Essay” – no matter what you call it, the 650-word essay required by most colleges...

The 2024-25 Common Application Essay Prompts and How to Answer Them

The Common Application essay prompts are confirmed for the Class of 2025. Get started on your Common App essay now. Every student using the Common...

Request Letters of Recommendation Before Summer Break

Students should not leave school for the summer without requesting their letters of recommendation. The letters of recommendation are an important component of the...