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  • The one thing you can do to skyrocket your college apps

    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

    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.

    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

    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
  • Choosing the Right College – Hot off the presses from the Beverly Hills Weekly

    Check out the full interview at online at BH Weekly, where I discuss tips for seniors, juniors and how to navigate college admissions amidst a pandemic. Thanks BH Weekly for the support!

    Casey Barneson

    May 5, 2020
    Uncategorized
  • National College Decision Day and What You Need to Know

    National College Decision Day and What You Need to Know

    Seniors committing to four year colleges: Today is your day! May 1 is National Commitment Deadline Day. There may be some updates due to COVID-19, but for the vast majority, committing to a college by today is your first step towards many incredible steps to come. Here are a few things to keep in mind, plus an […]

    Casey Barneson

    May 1, 2020
    Uncategorized
    admissions, College, college decision day, committing to college, national commitment day
  • How to Commit to your University AND Feel Confident in your Decision

    How to Commit to your University AND Feel Confident in your Decision

    May 1st is approaching. You’re a senior, hesitant about your final options. One on hand, you’re excited you have choices, but on the other hand, maybe you still have a waitlist option and are still wondering. Maybe you’re thinking about a community college, or even a Gap Year. Maybe you have two amazing choices, that […]

    Casey Barneson

    April 26, 2020
    Admission
    admissions, College, committing to college, how to choose a college, may 1, selective
  • SAT June Cancellation + Testing Updates, What You Need to Know

    SAT June Cancellation + Testing Updates, What You Need to Know

    The College Board announced the June 2020 SAT and SAT Subject Test administration is cancelled. They have added an SAT administration in September, which will give students the opportunity to test every month from August through December. If you are a junior and preparing/planning for college admissions, including testing, here is what you need to […]

    Casey Barneson

    April 16, 2020
    ACT, Admission, SAT
    ACT, admission testing, College, college covid-19, SAT, testing
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