Category: College

The Latest Trends in College Admissions

Posted by: admin on September 4th, 2019

PrepMatters has just released the 2019-2020 edition of its Top Colleges Requirements Chart. Having prepared and presented it for a decade or so, it would be easy to look at it and think it’s the “same old, same old” – but not so. Although the columns have remained largely the same, it nonetheless bears witness to […]

Understanding the Common Application, the Coalition Application, and Other Options.

Posted by: admin on August 26th, 2019

Senior Year is nearly here, and you are feeling ready! You’ve spent time researching colleges, building a balanced list, and imagining brilliant essay ideas. It is time to move your college process from the theoretical to the actual. It is time … for APPLICATIONS. (For information on the 2021-2022 application cycle and the COVID-19 pandemic, […]

Getting to Know Your College Counselor

Posted by: admin on August 19th, 2019

Welcome to high school! In addition to juggling new classes and new responsibilities, you’ll also be meeting lots of new people, including classmates, teachers, and your college counselor. “Wait, what?! My college counselor? I’m just starting 9th grade!” Now let’s be clear: we’re not saying you should be starting your college search right now! In […]

Toni Morrison and the Perfect College Essay

Posted by: admin on August 12th, 2019

(Originally published August 12, 2019) How one of America’s bravest voices teaches us to nail the dreaded personal statement  “I’m a believer in the power of knowledge and the ferocity of beauty, so from my point of view, your life is already artful – waiting, just waiting, for you to make it art,” Toni Morrison, […]

6 College Admissions Options to Consider

Posted by: admin on July 29th, 2019

Narrowing the choice to attend one particular school may be an obvious path for some students. These students can submit an early decision (ED) application in the fall and receive an early response. This is a binding agreement that requires attendance if accepted.  Early Decision I & II (ED) – ED I deadlines traditionally fall in […]

College Cousins: Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Olin College of Engineering

Posted by: admin on July 15th, 2019

Both located very close to Boston, these two universities stand just fifteen miles apart. Massachusetts Institute of Technology, founded in 1861, stands along the Charles River in Cambridge, while the Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering, founded in 1997, makes its suburban home in Needham amidst the digital powerhouses of the Route 128 Technology Corrirdor. […]

College Prep Tips: Transitioning from Junior to Senior Year

Posted by: admin on June 2nd, 2019

Before you jump ship and head off for your summer adventures, may I offer a bit of advice? Hold off from being lulled by the warm breezes of vacation plans and spend some time making a list and checking it twice! Below are some tips for finishing junior year strong, using the summer to your […]

College Cousins: University of Michigan and University of Wisconsin

Posted by: admin on May 30th, 2019

The University of Michigan and the University of Wisconsin are two big schools with big school spirit. Not only do both stand out as two of the very most popular public institutions in the U.S., both Michigan and Wisconsin consistently rank among the top public research universities in the country. They are located in two […]

The College Board’s New Adversity Score: What You Need to Know

Posted by: admin on May 28th, 2019

“Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain!” – The Wizard of Oz As soon as their phones began buzzing with push notifications, my friends started forwarding me stories about the “new” SAT adversity score. What is the College Board doing? What does this score mean? Why is it secret? Within hours of the […]

College Visit Checklist: 8 Tips for the Perfect Visit

Posted by: admin on April 30th, 2019

There’s no substitute for putting your feet on the ground and trying a campus on for size. A good fit is made in the details, so when you are visiting, remember to check out what stands out about the college and campus culture. You’ll want to take a look at everything: academic programs, campus location, […]