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  • How to prepare for college as a junior during COVID

    If you are a junior, here are some key tips to get ahead of the college preparation process even in a COVID world. How to tackle college admission testing planning and not panic First, what in the world is a “typical” testing timeline and approach to the SAT/ACT? Before I begin, “typical” is in quotations […]

    Casey Barneson

    December 1, 2020
    College, college admission, college admissions, covid admissions, getting into college, getting into highly selective colleges
  • Applying test-optional? What will matter on your application – Video

    Kudos to our incredibly talented KBEV students for putting together weekly college advice videos (shout out to the colleges they’ll be applying to, these kids are pulling some serious work!) Enjoy week 2’s video Applying test optional and what will matter on your application

    Casey Barneson

    September 21, 2020
    Uncategorized
    college admission, college admission covid-19, SAT ACT, test optional
  • No test scores? What will matter on your college app this year

    If you’re a senior you may have an SAT test date registered, but you might also very well be watching it pass by…much like this year. With a majority of colleges becoming test optional or negating the submission of test scores in the review process entirely, it can be hard as a student to know […]

    Casey Barneson

    September 4, 2020
    Admission
    ACT, applying to college, class of 2021, college admission covid-19, SAT, seniors, test optional
  • Building your college list strategically

    Building a balanced college list has always been a key component to the college application process. Why? Because when you strategize your college list, you apply knowing you have college options that you’ll not only get admitted to, but also enjoy actually attending. You also can prioritize your time and apply to the right amount […]

    Casey Barneson

    August 18, 2020
    Admission
    admission, building college list, college application, College List, getting into college, getting into highly selective colleges, getting money for college, Selective Admissions
  • The one thing you can do to skyrocket your college apps

    Let the college admission season begin! The University of California application is open to apply to any one or a number of the nine undergraduate UC campuses. The Common Application is ready to go, hosting over 900 applications for universities and colleges. Essay prompts are out and your creative juices are (or will be) flowing […]

    Casey Barneson

    August 10, 2020
    Admission
    admission, applying to college, college app, college application, organization
  • Pieces of your college application: Unpacking GPA and what it really means

    GPA. Grade Point Average. It is the number on your transcript. The culmination of your grades and semester by semester. I bet if you’re a student, that number feels a bit heavier to you. Like it means your fate in admissions. Or that a college will put you in a different pile when reviewing your […]

    Casey Barneson

    July 28, 2020
    Uncategorized
    admission, College, college admission, getting into college, GPA, grade point average, Selective Admissions
  • Gearing up for fall admissions. What you need to know.

    As a rising senior heading back to school, virtually from home, tackling college admissions may feel a bit daunting. Applying to college can feel overwhelming, especially knowing where to begin. Not to mention the added pressure and uncertainty with navigating new admission policies and changes due to COVID-19. Take a deep breath. In changing times, […]

    Casey Barneson

    July 27, 2020
    Admission
    admission, applying to college, college admission, college covid-19, covid-19, Selective Admissions
  • How to apply to colleges where you will thrive

    You know the colleges that have been branded in your brain since you were little. Or the ones on bumper stickers. Or the ones your cousin went to that you’re always reminded of on holidays. College has become a brand. A rite of passage. So if you’re a senior trying to decide on where to […]

    Casey Barneson

    July 7, 2020
    Uncategorized
    admission, Application, College, research, senior
  • Class of 2021: Preparing and planning for college apps

    Class of 2021, you might be feeling a bit uneasy or a bit unsure of where to begin. First, take a massive breath. Inhale…you can do this…exhale…really you can… Keep in mind as information changes daily, it’s important that you receive good information from reputable resources. In the video I preach this, but I really […]

    Casey Barneson

    June 11, 2020
    Admission
    class of 2021, college admission, college admission covid-19
  • Why staying at home, might just be the best thing for our students. Take a back seat achievement.

    Before I begin this article, I must share the following: It is not lost on me that we are in a crisis. That there are children at home, suffering with shaky environments and an even shakier future. This article is by no means a piece to turn a blind eye in ignorance from all of […]

    Casey Barneson

    May 11, 2020
    Admission, Uncategorized
    admissions, college covid-19, Counseling, covid-19, parenting, parenting tips, selective admission
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