Happy Holidays! We want to take a moment of gratitude for all our families who trusted us to help their students reach their college goals. Working with each of you has been an honor and a blessing. First and foremost, we’d like to congratulate our amazing 2024 seniors. So far there have been exciting early…
While using AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT is undeniably convenient and efficient, using it to craft college admissions essays is extremely risky. From the hundreds of essays we’ve read over the past year, the use of ChatGPT is not hard to spot. Most student essays that utilized ChatGPT felt extremely cold, were well above the…
Navigating college admissions decisions generates a mix of emotions—excitement, anticipation, and disappointment. Embrace the highs, acknowledge the lows, and maintain a positive outlook. Whether your student’s acceptance letter arrives with confetti or their dream school says no, it’s essential to navigate these emotions with resilience and optimism. Remember, these college admissions decisions are stepping stones,…
** ALL** high school seniors and their families should fill out and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). There is NO downside to submitting the 2024-25 FAFSA. This application determines families’ eligibility for federal grants (money you don’t have to pay back), work-study (where the student has a federally funded job on campus), low-interest student loans,…
After all the years of hard work, dedication, and aspirations, followed by application season, waiting for college admissions decisions can be nerve-wracking. Each institution, following its unique evaluation process, will announce admissions decisions. Early Decision and Early Action programs typically offer earlier notification dates (December and January) than Regular Decision (which tend to be released…