The Power of Growth Mindset Growth mindset has been one of my favorite topics, so I was happy to see that Angela Duckworth and Carol Dwek’s research holds up after…
One of my beloved clients Yael Nyholm, sent me this article from the Atlantic: "The End of High School English," by Daniel Herman, which almost broke my heart. The article suggests that students…
Deferral rates have increased in recent years as more and more students apply to college. However, there's still a chance of getting accepted during the regular decision cycle. There are…
When you apply to college, what do you think the admissions office looks for? Many students mistakenly believe that the admissions officers are looking for straight A students and perfect…
Navigating ACT/SAT in a Test-Optional Landscape What is a "test-optional" college admissions policy? It's actually quite simple. A test-optional policy means that you don't have to submit your standardized test…
Selectivity when Building Your College List As our seniors finish their college applications, we are working diligently with our Junior students on building college lists. Our brand promise is that…
There are many different types of financial aid, and knowing what you're eligible for can be overwhelming. This article explains the different kinds of aid offered so that you can…
Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision are all terms that you will hear a lot during the college application process. But what do they mean? And which one is…
How to Stay Calm During the College Application Process 1. Start early The college application process can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Starting early gives you time…
Who better to ask for advice than students who have recently been through the college process? This week’s blog is written by Christopher Musselman at Senior at Leeds School of…