Tag: junior year

Waitlisted: Keep Calm and March On

Posted by: admin on April 17th, 2019

Congratulations, seniors! You are well on your way to National Decision Day. It has been a very busy year, and truly, you have demonstrated Herculean strength in balancing your life of standardized tests, athletic events, activities, jobs, family, friends, and, of course, your last year of high school. With a keen focus, kinetic flexibility, and […]

College Prep Advice? Visit, Visit, Visit

Posted by: admin on April 16th, 2019

By Maureen Delaney 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 […]

6 Things to Know About SAT Subject Tests

Posted by: admin on April 4th, 2019

 Stressing over the SAT Subject Tests? Here are six things to know:   You may not need SAT Subject Tests.  A student of mine made himself crazed by trying to add SAT Subject Tests to his busy schedule. He believed he had to take them because everyone else was. Okay, fine. But, he had his list […]

How to Get Great Letters of Recommendation

Posted by: admin on April 2nd, 2019

A little relationship-building and personal legwork go a long way to move you forward on your college journey. The teen brain is wired to care the most about other teenagers. And yet that instinct can be tricky, because a crucial part of your college process involves communication with adults. Your application package won’t be complete […]

Choosing an Educational Counselor

Posted by: admin on March 31st, 2019

The fundamental role of an independent educational counselor (IEC) is to help students make decisions about their educational journey experience. That responsibility includes helping students explore high school opportunities, college options, and, often, career pathways, in order for them to succeed both academically and socially. IECs don’t get students admitted: they help students by offering […]

College Cousins: University of Michigan and University of Virginia for Business

Posted by: admin on March 26th, 2019

Two of our most popular schools offer one of the most popular majors with students today. We’re referring to the business programs at the Universities of Michigan and Virginia. There are many schools that offer courses and even majors in business, but not all offer a B.B.A (Bachelors of Business Administration) degree. That’s part of […]

College Cousins: Drexel University and Northeastern University

Posted by: admin on March 20th, 2019

Drexel University, in Philadelphia, and Northeastern University, in Boston, are private research universities. They have forged their own paths and, in so doing, have set an example for other institutions. They are of similar size and both are located in highly urban areas of popular, sports-crazy cities. What brings Drexel and Northeastern together in this […]

Self-Determination Theory: Why Your Kids Should Get Their Feet Wet

Posted by: admin on March 19th, 2019

Stepping out of doors and out of the routines of work, school, and activities, refreshes our views and offers new insights to parenting, one of which is the tremendous value in getting out of our kids’ way as they explore their worlds. We all want our kids to have a sense of determination, to believe […]

Well, How Did I Get Here?

Posted by: admin on March 19th, 2019

Just 10 or 15 years ago, before we could rely on our phones and satellites to keep track of us, we had to keep track of ourselves. And we did so imperfectly. At least, my friends and I did. Often, we’d plod along until we registered something recognizable – the Citgo sign by Fenway Park […]

Waitlisted: Keep Calm and March On

Posted by: admin on March 19th, 2019

Congratulations, seniors! You are well on your way to National Decision Day. It has been a very busy year, and you have demonstrated truly Herculean strength in balancing your life of standardized tests, athletic events, activities, jobs, family, friends, and, of course, your last year of high school. With a keen focus, kinetic flexibility, and […]