What red flags should I look out for when researching colleges?
If a school’s website feels like a marketing ad with zero substance,…
Can I trust college rankings when doing research?
Trust them the same way you trust movie reviews: helpful for…
Should I visit every college on my list?
Short answer? No. Unless your list has, like, three schools and…
How early should I start researching colleges?
Start early enough that it feels productive, but not so early…
What’s the biggest mistake students make in holistic admissions?
Pretending to be someone they’re not. It’s tempting to write…
Do colleges really read every part of the application?
Yep, they do. Every awkward joke in your essay, every club on…
How can I stand out in the college admissions process?
Step one: stop trying to be what you think they want. Colleges…
What do colleges look for in a holistic application?
Spoiler alert: it’s not just about test scores and GPAs that…
How can I tell if one of these schools is the right fit?
Don’t get blinded by the price or the shiny brochures. The…
Do expensive private schools guarantee college admission?
Nope (if only there were a magic wand for that.) No school, no…
Is boarding school more expensive than day school?
Yep, boarding schools cost more, and it’s not just a small…
Is it better to focus on one sport or play multiple sports?
This one’s a classic: specialist or sampler? If your child…
