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Are College Admissions Counselors Worth It?

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Applying to college can be a stressful and confusing process for both you and your child. Between testing changes, testing timelines, creating a study plan, and narrowing down college lists, it’s easy for the college application process to…

2025 Test Prep Updates: Superscoring, Test Changes, and What You Need to Know

This webinar covers current updates and trends to test policies including, what is superscoring and how to use it to your advantage, ACT test updates, and shifts in college test policies.

What Does a College Admissions Counselor Do?

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Between juggling coursework, AP® classes, and extracurriculars, high school can be overwhelming for many students. Add standardized test prep, application deadlines, and the constantly changing college landscape into the mix, and you have a…
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Summer Checklist for High School Students

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Summer break is the time to rest and recharge between school years. It’s important to enjoy summer activities, sun, friends, and family, but it’s also a great opportunity to prepare for the school year ahead. We’ve created a summer checklist…

College Lists Made Simple: Factors Every Student Should Consider

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Deciding which colleges to apply to is one of the most important—and overwhelming—steps in the admissions process. It is the culmination of all your child’s hard work and a testament to the person they’ve become in the process. But with…

Preparing for Summer SAT/ACT: Final Tips Before the Test

Struggling to figure out how to make the most of your SAT or ACT prep this summer? Our expert break down exactly why summer test dates can give students an edge, what topics are worth focusing on, and how to sharpen your strategy as test…

What Makes a Strong College Application?

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Holistic reviews have become a common practice for colleges and universities across the US. As such, a strong college application contains a mix of strong academics and extracurriculars that add depth to your child’s overall profile. Even…
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When Should You Start Researching Colleges?

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Picking the right college is one of the most important decisions a high school student can make, but when should they start researching? Although most students typically don’t start until junior year, they should start earlier than that. In…

Should Your Child Take the ACT® in the Summer?

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Taking the ACT® on a less traditional timeline offers unique benefits many students typically overlook. While it’s understandable that your child would want to spend their summer unwinding with friends or dabbling in their hobbies, deciding…