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Having a “balanced list” is one of the most critical components to college admissions. Every year we receive a frantic phone call from at least one student we have never met who has been denied at every school they’ve applied … Continued
Work hard to keep your grades up–your efforts can set the foundation for a bright & happy future, so go for it! Challenge yourself academically with a rigorous course load (but not so rigorous that you can’t succeed) because colleges … Continued
The best essays have been revised multiple times. Write many drafts of your personal statements to ensure they are exactly what you want. Try different ideas. Write in very conversational tone, as if you are sitting across an admissions desk … Continued
The post-graduation summer can be emotionally taxing for parents and students alike. Students often have mixed emotions when it comes to anticipating college: tremendous excitement combined with fear. Recent grads are exhilarated with the brand new feeling of independence, yet … Continued
Get out and tour some campuses over spring break – it’s a perfect time to understand the atmospheres & personalities of each college. With students on campus, you have the chance to ask questions, eat in dining halls, stroll among … Continued
Just like everyone else, high school students around the country are trying to cope with the boredom that comes along with social distancing. Many students have started to wonder what their college applications will look like since they have had … Continued
Spend your summers wisely but remember one thing – the choice is yours! Would you deepen interests you already have, or explore something new? Now is a perfect time to start researching and planning. High school students are ALWAYS looking … Continued
“What extracurricular activities will impress colleges the most?” That’s a question we hear frequently from students, 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 … Continued
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 U.S. and the world, the UC admission reps have become more holistic and … Continued
Create a balanced list of colleges and universities during junior year. It’s important to start researching your options early. Look at the UC’s and Cal State U’s, plus other public and private schools–both in and out of state. Don’t apply … Continued