617.240.6899

Getting accepted to your Top Choice school is not the only goal of a successful college search. The following six goals will help you and...

Earlier this month the user interface for Naviance college search software changed dramatically. More college photos and graphics are...

Parents whose eldest child is in 10th or 11th grade often wonder why so many other parents hire a college consultant, aka an independent...

There are many benefits of applying to college Early Action (EA), and only a few cases when applying early may not be advantageous. While...

Parents, if you aren't worried about the cost of college, maybe you should be. Many cost $60,000 per year per student, and if you have...

I recently read "Accepted! 50 Successful College Admission Essays" by Gen and Kelly Tanabe. I give this book 2 and 1/2 stars out of 5....

Almost all colleges and universities require a letter of recommendation from a teacher (or two) and from the school guidance counselor....

Most colleges offer a "Regular Admission" deadline, but most offer other options too. Here is a short explanation of each type and...

When your student's college application list is finalized (late August/early September is best), it's time to see just how many essays...

Well, It's almost September, and since most of you will be applying early action if not early decision, it's close to the time to...

As college application time nears, I remind cllients of one of my favorite tips, this one from Chisholm and Ivey's How To Prepare A...

Once your student understands how a college admissions officer reviews their transcript, her or she can make educated decisions about...

Just about everyone applying to college has been told to apply to a few "reach" schools, a few "target" schools, and a few "safety"...

Sorry, rising seniors, but you have a lot to do this summer! What, you ask (groan)? 1. Trim your college list. Think hard about which...

A student is considered a "legacy" to a college or university when one or both of their parents also graduated from that same school....

How to prepare a standout application, is one of the better books I have read regarding the college application process. While the...

Does it help your chances of admission at a college if they are your top choice? The answer is "sometimes". Showing your interest in a...

Parents and students should use Naviance to learn a lot about colleges and how likely they are to be admitted to any school. Today's tip...

2 of 4 Stars. Crazy U, One Dad's crash course in getting his kid into college, by Andrew Ferguson, is an entertaining, fast read about...

4/4 Stars for Conquering the college admissions essay in 10 steps by Alan Gelb! This is my favorite college essay book to date. Written...