As a student, taking the PSAT is an important step in preparing for college admissions tests like the SAT and ACT. The PSAT is a practice...

COVID-19 left its mark on everyone and everything in its path in 2020 including college admissions. Colleges, like all businesses had to...

When your financial-aid award arrives you may wonder: is this it? Is there any room for negotiation? Do colleges ever reconsider their...

This month high school seniors are deciding where (or if) they are heading to college in the fall. Coronavirus is making this decision a...

As the ripple effect from Covid-19 has shut down universities and prevented large gatherings for the foreseeable future, prospective...

The college admissions process and the surrounding industry have not been spared by the Covid-19 outbreak. Students crafting their...

1: The college visit let’s your student answer the BIG Question - Does this College Feel Right? So many students simply apply where mom...

This time of year, we always examine trends that have we observed in the college admission process for the Class of 2024, so we can begin...

On the last day of school each year high school students across the country breathe a sigh of relief to be free of the academic demands...

As college consultants one of our most often asked questions is “what is a good SAT/ACT score?” There are many factors that impact a...

Over 3.5 million high school sophomores and juniors take the PSAT (preliminary SAT) each year. In addition to qualifying junior year...

Every January we not only review our student’s success with early decision/early action but also the nationwide statistics to detect...

College interviews can be an important part of the application process. Your goal is to put your best foot forward, but your nerves and...

On August 1st when the Common App goes live seniors all over the country are going to be expected to write an attention grabbing unique...

As a wise college graduate with a full year of law school under my belt, I can confidently recommend a few surefire ways to maximize your...

As the school years starts to come to an end and summer days are on the not too distant horizon it is the time when rising seniors (and...

Applying for College Financial Aid   During most college financial aid presentations you will hear about the FAFSA and perhaps some will...

During every college admissions presentation the admissions officer will state that a successful candidate's transcript will reflect...

The SAT Subject tests are college admission exams on a specific subject and are required for admission to some colleges.  SAT offers 20...

Unfortunately even if your child is a top student, it doesn’t guarantee academic merit aid at all colleges, especially the elite ones....