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Fierce competition has made the UC’s what we call a “wildcard” when it comes to getting admitted. With thousands of applications being submitted from all over the US and the world, the UC admission reps have become more holistic and … Continued
St. Edward’s University is a small , private Catholic university, perched above lively Austin on the “hilltop,” (thus the Hilltoppers!). Run by the Holy Cross Order, St. Edward’s is a campus filled with students & faculty from across the globe. … Continued
A sensible and balanced college list takes time! Do your homework NOW. Your original college list will likely look VERY DIFFERENT from your final college list. That’s the way it should be as the weeding process progresses! All this takes … Continued
Have you been worried about UC Essays? Worry no more! In an effort to make college application writing easier for students the UC’s have done away with the “essays,” and instead replaced them with eight (very straightforward) questions—dubbed Personal Insight … Continued
Students who are excited about the prospect of going off too college seem to find the motivation to succeed in high school. Get your student on some college campuses during 9th & 10th grade so they can picture themselves there. … Continued
Spend your precious summer brainstorming & writing college essays. Rising seniors often spend their entire break in total “relax” mode–not a great idea. The very BEST college essays involve serious introspection, writing & editing, and during break you’ll have the … Continued
“What extracurricular activities will impress colleges the most?” That’s a question we hear frequently, and our answer is always the same: “Do what you love and make your mark.” That’s it, end of story! Freshmen and sophomore years are the … Continued
Dominican University is a small (1658 undergrads), private university tucked into the verdant hills of suburban San Rafael (Marin County), just 12 miles from San Francisco. The friendliness of Dominican is evident from the moment you step foot on campus, … Continued
The post-graduation summer can be emotionally taxing for parents and students alike. Recent grads are exhilarated with the brand new feeling of independence, yet feeling trepidation about their future. Parents are facing the prospect of parting with their children—and are … Continued
The cultural experience of being in a new city or state adds richness to your child’s education. Moving further away from home and living on their own can help your child grow as an individual. Living in an unfamiliar town … Continued