July 5, 2026
You qualified for automatic admission to UT Austin and/or Texas A&M, which is worth celebrating, for sure. But your work might not be quite over yet. […]
June 18, 2026
I'm often asked who I recommend for test prep, college counseling, other essay coaches, and more. Here's my searchable and filterable list — people I trust, […]
May 8, 2026
College admissions can feel overwhelming — but there's a lot of free help out there if you know where to look. This calendar pulls together educational […]
February 4, 2026
Applying to college can feel overwhelming — fast. But I'm here to help! On this page, I've curated a collection of some of my favorite, most […]
June 17, 2025
5/29/26 update: The most current version of this blog post (for 2026-2027 changes) can be found by clicking this link. As the Common App preps for […]
May 20, 2025
As college application season approaches, many parents ask me: Is online college essay coaching as effective as meeting in person? With increasingly competitive admissions and students […]
May 4, 2025
Looking for ways to reduce college application stress and make the most of summer 2026? I'll be offering in-person workshops focused on brainstorming the personal statement […]
April 20, 2025
Many students find themselves attending more than one high school. A move, better opportunities, rezoning, a new school opening closer to you, disciplinary reasons — the […]
March 20, 2025
Some of you might be facing deferrals from one or more of your top-choice schools. First, I'm sorry. My daughter was deferred from her top choice […]