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.
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.
Best Resources for College Admission
Obviously, I like to think that my own website is the best resource for anything college admissions-related. And, I promise there is a lot of information here. But, in practice, families doing a college search often need even more information. And, they often want different information at different times throughout the admissions experience. And, there…
Which College Size is Best? Small, Medium or Large?
It is true that college size matters. A small college feels very different than a college in the large category. And sometimes, students hope that they can have the best of both worlds at a medium-sized school. Before going into more detail, it’s important to break down the numbers for each size, for comparison. Small…
Making the Final College Choice
You’re on the homestretch of your teen’s senior year in high school. You’ve survived a tough year that likely included virtual and in-person college tours and time spent nagging about college essays, on top of your student’s usual academic load. Acceptances are beginning to roll in. Maybe more than even anticipated (yay!). Or maybe there…
Is It Worth Hiring a College Admissions Consultant?
My answer to the question in the title may surprise you. Of course I think a college admissions consultant brings value. But my answer to the question about whether it’s worth hiring one is — it depends! Whether or not college admissions consulting services are right for your family depends on things ranging from your…
How to Investigate the Financial Health of a College
Unbelievably, I am rarely asked by any family about the financial health of a college that appeared on my list of recommended colleges for their student. Colleges’ financial health has always been a consideration for me as a consultant, but it is not something that most other people consider much. With the pandemic, that has…
College Search Advice for Juniors…in the Middle of a Pandemic
While we are spending lots of time talking about the impact Covid-19 is having on high school seniors, we can’t forget about the juniors. There is no question that this situation is heartbreaking for seniors. But, while our seniors are missing their friends and major celebratory moments like their Homecoming dances, and senior banquets, juniors…
College Student Engagement and the College Search
So, you’re starting the college search process. And now you’ve discovered that there is going to be a lot more to this experience than you expected. And today, it’s possible that I’m going to add in another factor you had not considered – college student engagement. It matters. And fortunately, there is a report, the…