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Why Early Decision Still Makes Sense for Many Students

Post by: Dr. Michele Hernandez We’ve had vigorous debates on this blog and with students and parents about the merits of early decision. As a brief primer, both early action and early decision have early November deadlines, but early action is NON binding (you do not have to say “yes”) while early decision is binding (you […]

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5 Tips for Freshman Year: It’s Time to Take Action

We are currently enrolling freshmen in our Private Counseling Program where you will work one on one with one of our premiere college admissions counselors. Work with us to craft your academic niche and learn how to go above and beyond to make sure you aren’t closing any doors on college choices.  We typically fill […]

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College Sports and COVID-19

As the financial pressures mount on colleges from multiple fronts, the fate of college sports hangs in the balance and many teams are being eliminated. All totaled, as of July 8, 51 Division I teams, 56 Division II teams, and 52 Division III teams have been dropped by four-year colleges for reasons related to the […]

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Teacher Recommendation Letters: How They Impact College Admissions

At various points throughout your high school tenure, you will be asking teachers for letters of recommendation. Academic summer programs, internship opportunities, part-time jobs, scholarship applications, and your eventual college applications will typically ask for letters of support from those that can speak to your work in the classroom and in the broader school community. […]

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Waitlisted? We’ve Got You

In the best of times, being waitlisted can feel like purgatory. The uncertainty, the confusion, and the added stress can make the final months of senior year challenging. In the wake of the global coronavirus pandemic, being placed on the waitlist may feel especially frustrating. (Admissions in the Time of COVID-19) We know that a […]

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