The college essay is a personal narrative. The cornerstone piece of your college application, the college essay you write should share your life’s story, experiences, learnings, and growth. As much as the college essay is your story, it’s important to remember that your narrative is in progress. What write your college
Table of Contents Over the next month, I will present the stories of students I worked with during the 2020-2021 school year. While I can never be 100% sure about why my students were admitted into their top choice colleges, I will highlight what I think worked. Collectively, you can
Table of Contents Although only a week into the 2021-2022 college admissions cycle, you may already be thinking about what to write your college essay about. If you’re planning to apply to schools without submitting test scores, then the college essay will weigh heavily on your college decision. A strong
Table of Contents As we go into spring break, this is a great time for students to apply for scholarships. Recently a parent asked me why she and her teen should look for scholarships. She said that another college expert had told her that most financial aid would come from
Table of Contents Volunteering in high school during COVID-19 You don’t need me to tell you that volunteering is challenging this school year. Last December, I asked my children, Sydney and Heath, what they wanted for gifts, they both paused and gave me blank stares. Even after prodding, they couldn’t
