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My freshman is starting high school and I’m already freaking out about college
My freshman is starting high school and I’m already freaking out about college. It feels like we’re already behind and I want to do what’s best for my kid. You’re not alone! Today we had our freshman orientation and provided our students with information on how to connect to the resources at our school. With […]
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Your Guide to Planning College Tours
Planning on visiting colleges over spring break or at some point this semester? Check out some tips below! Make a list of the colleges you’re visiting in the area and have your dates ready. Go to each of the college’s websites and search for their visit or campus tours page to see what is available […]
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When you’ve been rejected by your top choice college
Rejection never feels good. Even when you knew it was most likely a reach. Like, you knew the odds. You assessed your options, and yet, still, maybe, just maybe the decision would lean in your favor. It didn’t. That’s rough, and it kind of sucks. Really sucks. Couple that feeling with the impending unknown landscape […]
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College Research Tracker – Your free downloadable resource
As I meet with juniors, and sophomores, thinking about college options, information overload can easily happen! In the meeting, we’ll discuss colleges, student goals, name a few recommendations, say our goodbyes, and then what? Here’s an easy college research tracker, that you can download for free, and edit the columns as you go. What’s nice […]
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Why career counselors can be the hidden gem to enhancing your college search
Estimating chances of admission, researching colleges, and building a strategic college list is where we spend a good amount of time in the admission process. But there is one office on a college campus that is rarely talked about, especially in assessing if a college is a good fit for you or not. Career centers […]
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Estimating chances of admission
Typing into Google search bar: I have a 3.7 GPA, what are my chances of getting into Northwestern? Or, “Hey Siri, how do I get into Harvard?” How do you know if you’ll get accepted to the college of your dreams? Or how about college in general? Rather than applying literally praying to the Gods […]
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I’m a junior and kind of freaking out about college. Where do I begin?
Let’s be honest. College may be on your brain. Or maybe it’s buzzing around school. Maybe your mom asked if you went to that college presentation during lunch. Or maybe you’re the mom reading this right now wanting some guidance for your daughter. I get it. College can feel like this big thing. This looming […]
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We wrote a book! The College Wellness Guide is available NOW and it has everything you need.
It’s been a busy year! As we gear up to head back to school (myself included!!) the number one thing that you can do for yourself to excel academically, personally, and stay sane, is prioritize your wellness. We’ve got you covered!! Along with Princeton Review, I wrote a guide to assess every aspect of your […]
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