What is a “Safety School” in College Admissions?
There are frequently misunderstandings about “safety” or “likely” colleges. So today, I’ll answer the question “What is a safety school?” in the hope of clearing those up.
How to Make Private College Affordable: A Guide
Here are five ways you can make private college affordable even if you’re not rich – yes, it could cost less than your state university!
Let’s Talk About Application Lists
There’s a new trend in college application lists recently, and I don’t think it’s a positive one. It can be avoided with some “homework.”
My 5 Favorite College Campuses
Here are 5 of my personal favorite college campuses and 3 Honorable Mentions, of the ones I’ve visited in-person.
College Admission Outcomes: A Case Study
Here are the college admission outcomes of one highly qualified college applicant who was looking for institutional merit aid
Should Students Consider a Liberal Arts College?
There are lots of misconceptions about liberal arts colleges. Here are 7 things to know as you consider a liberal arts college for your teen.
The Ivy League Academic Index and Student Athletes
Wondering if athletics might give your student the edge they need to get into an Ivy? It’s time to learn about the Ivy league academic index.
Reasons for Families to Consider Community College
There are many reasons that families consider community college for a student’s first step after high school. Pros, cons, and considerations.
3 Ways to Kick Off the College Search Conversation
The earlier you start having the college search conversation with your student, the less stressful the entire college admissions experience is likely to be.
U.S. News Best Colleges Rankings Considerations
The annual US News Best Colleges edition is out. Here is how they compile the list – along with some important considerations for your own student.