The AP exam preparation process can be daunting, but with the right resources and study plan, you can feel confident and prepared come test day. In this blog, I'll cover everything you need to know about the 2023 AP exams, including study resources, creating a study plan, and managing stress and test anxiety.

Are you a high school student who is starting to plan out your courses for next year? This blog post is for you! In it, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of planning out your courses. We will also provide some

Colleges want to see that you're a serious applicant and reserve a spot in their school. Don't let them think otherwise by having incomplete or incorrect application files. See what steps you need to take so that your college applications are reviewed positively...and get accepted!

You've turned in your applications for the top colleges on your lists and you feel so accomplished. Don't celebrate too fast. One of the most important things to keep in mind is that each college has its specific requirements, and you need to ensure that you've completed their applicant files accordingly. Otherwise, the college may not even consider your application.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with all there is to do before finals? Do you feel like you might not be ready? Fear not! Here are ten tips that will help reduce your anxiety and make you more organized. Follow these simple tips, and you'll be on your way to acing your finals!

The holidays are a time for rest and relaxation, but that doesn't mean you can forget about your college applications! Here's what you need to know.

Time management for high schoolers is crucial if you want to keep your grades up. Here are some tips to help you out!

Don’t press send on your college application too quickly. Use these steps to help make sure that you’ve got everything you need ready to go.

What is a college counselor?

A college counselor is a professional who helps students navigate the complex and often stressful process of applying to college. They provide guidance, support, and expertise in all aspects of the application process. A college counselor will work with you to determine which schools are the best fit for your academic interests, goals, and budget.

The AP exam preparation process can be daunting, but with the right resources and study plan, you can feel confident and prepared come test day. In this blog, I'll cover everything you need to know about the 2022 AP exams, including study resources, creating a study plan, and managing stress and test anxiety.

There are a lot of factors to consider when making your choice. The first step is to take some time to evaluate all of the schools that have admitted you. Once you have done that, you need to make a decision about which school you want to attend. Finally, once you have made your decision, you need to take the necessary steps to enroll in your chosen school. Let's take a closer look at each of these steps.

The waitlist process can be confusing and frustrating for students. It's important to understand how the process works and what your options are if you find yourself on a college waitlist.

A balanced college list means that you have SAFETY schools, TARGET schools, and REACH schools on your list in the appropriate proportions. You can read more about that in this month’s blog.

Juniors: Get Ready to Apply to College

Get started! Don’t procrastinate

I know you think you have a lot of time to get everything done, and you don’t think you should start your college application process as a junior in high school, but trust me – you need to start NOW! This time will go by very quickly, and the deadlines will be here before you know it. Do yourself a favor and start working on this list right now.

If you are a student, you are counting down the days until the end of the school year so you can take a break from academics, catch up on your sleep and hang out with your friends. If you are the parents of a student, you are concerned that your student will sleep until noon, then spend the rest of their day on some device, either playing video games or watching Netflix wasting valuable time that could be spent doing something that can go on a college application.

If you are a student, you are counting down the days until the end of the school year so you can take a break from academics, catch up on your sleep and hang out with your friends. If you are the parents of a student, you are concerned that your student will sleep until noon, then spend the rest of their day on some device, either playing video games or watching Netflix wasting valuable time that could be spent doing something that can go on a college application.

A balanced college list means that you have SAFETY schools, TARGET schools, and REACH schools on your list in the appropriate proportions. You can read more about that in this month’s blog.

One of the most important, if not THE MOST IMPORTANT, aspects of the college application process is finding a school that is a good fit for the student. We are going to focus only on the academic fit, and that begins with understanding the Academic Profile - of the student and the institution.

College websites are not the easiest things to navigate, but sometimes, you need to dig through them to find the information you need. Blogs are not only a great source of information; they can also be a lighthearted dose of reality. You can find tips and tricks or checklists to help you with just about anything you think about as it relates to college. Most high school students don’t use Twitter, but you should. Not only is it the quickest way to get a response from a college during college application time, but colleges also use it to push out up to date information including when decisions will be released.

As students return from their holiday break, the conversations regarding course selections will quickly begin. This might possibly be one of the most stressful and contentious discussions between parents, students, and counselors that happens each year. It is often driven by fear and misinformation, and even with the best intentions doesn’t always have the intended results. These tips will address the most common questions parents and students voice concerning academic planning.