STEM summer camps give students a chance to dive deep into these subjects in a fun and interactive environment. They are also a great way to develop critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. You probably know this, but just in case: STEM stands...

This month marks a decade since I embarked on this incredible journey as an independent educational consultant. What started as a passion for helping students unlock their potential has grown into a mission to guide young minds through the pivotal stages of high school, college applications and admi...

Your college admission journey is an exciting chapter filled with opportunities to explore your passions, discover your strengths, and shape your future. As you embark on this path, remember that every step—big or small—brings you closer to your goals.

Stay curious, stay confident, and embrace the pr...

Here are some common traps students fall into when writing their essays and how to avoid them:

1. Clichés and Overused Topics: Writing about how “winning taught me to work hard” or “I want to help people” can be true, but they’re overused and generic. If you choose a common topic, f...

Your college essay is more than just another box to check off on your application; it’s your one shot to stand out among thousands of applicants with similar GPAs, test scores, and extracurricular activities. A great essay can set you apart, while a weak one might leave you lost in the crowd. So how...

1. Colleges are looking for alternatives to the personal essay

With 1 in 5 teens admitting to using ChatGPT to complete schoolwork, college admissions officers are becoming more vigilant about Artificial Intelligence (AI)-assisted essays. As a result, many colleges are looking at alternati...

Heading to college is an exciting and transformative experience. Here are some pieces of advice to share with a student before they embark on this new journey:

Academics

1. Stay Organized: Use planners or digital calendars to keep track of classes, assignments, and deadlines.
2. Time Management: Balance stud...

It's almost time for college students to move into their dorms and get ready for the upcoming school year. If that's you and you haven't checked "submit my FAFSA" off your to-do list, take care of that ASAP.

As of July 5, less than half of the high school class of 2024 had submitted a Free ...

I had the immense privilege of facilitating a college application workshop at Fermilab in Illinois for students participating in the Target and Valor summer programs. It was a rewarding experience to share key insights on how to navigate the application process and make it as enjoyable and stress-fr...

Colleges want to see more than just good grades and test scores on your college application. They want evidence that you possess personal qualities associated with success in college. Here are 9 personal qualities colleges look for in applicants.

It’s no secret that selective colleges look beyond th...

National Decision Day is May 1. Is your family ready to make the choice of which college your student will attend?

While National Decision Day, which is May 1, may have unclear origins, it has definitely become hyped as the time to make a decision for what to do after high school graduation. And for...

You've received your first college acceptance letter, and you're bubbling with excitement!

After you've shared the news with your loved ones and celebrated this major accomplishment, you're left with some choices to make. Is this college "the one?" Are you ready to commit?

There's no need...