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Congratulations 2025 Students
Congratulations to my 2025 students! I’m so incredibly proud of you. It’s been an honor to work with each of you. Your hard work has paid off, and you EARNED this. The best is yet to come! American University Gonzaga University Texas Christian University University of...
Is calculus an addiction that college admissions officers can’t shake?
Is calculus an addiction that college admissions officers can’t shake? A new survey shows how the subject has become a proxy for academic rigor by Jill Barshay December 9, 2024 Article TextCalculus can be a miserable slog for many high schoolers. It’s estimated that...
Changes to the ACT
The ACT is implementing two fundamental changes. The ACT Test Is Evolving Article Text By: Janet Godwin, CEO, ACTIn July, I had the privilege of attending ACT’s Enrollment Management Summit, a gathering of admissions and enrollment professionals focused on the...
Congratulations 2024 Students
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have paid off, as you've been accepted into schools that truly reflect your best fit. This is a testament to your outstanding qualities, both academically and personally. I am so proud of you all and cannot wait to see the...
Common App Essay Prompts 2024-2025
The Common App essay prompts will remain the same for 2024-2025. Link to Common App Announcement Article Text We are happy to announce that the Common App essay prompts will remain the same for 2024–2025. Our decision to keep these prompts unchanged is supported by...
Dartmouth Reinstates Testing Requirement
Dartmouth College announced today that they will once again require applicants to submit standardized test scores. We will see which colleges follow. Link to NY Times article...
“Why Us?” OR “Why This College?” Essays
When writing the “Why Us?” Or “Why This College?” essay, it’s important to not only think about what you will get involved with in college, but also what you will bring to the college. Think of this essay as a “why we’re a good match” essay. Key tips for writing this...
College Athletics: Starting the Recruiting Process
As a prospective student athlete, it is critical to prioritize finding the colleges that align with your needs and career goals, regardless of sports considerations. Just like the college selection process for the non-athlete, the first step is to identify the factors...
College Athletics: Understanding the Basics
Engaging in collegiate sports provides a great opportunity to balance academic pursuits with the sport that you love. Here is some basic information about the various governing bodies for college sports in the US: NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) The...
Test-Required, Test-Optional and Test-Free (Test-Blind) Defined
Test-Required: you guessed it… the college requires that you submit your test scoresTest-Optional: you decide whether to submit your test scoresTest-Free (or Test-Blind): the institution does not use test scores as part of admissions decisions and does not want you to...