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May 24, 2024
It’s almost June, and you know what that means! Yep, it’s time to dive into the latest updates to the Common Application that students will see […]
May 21, 2024
As a college admission essay coach, I get to read a lot of amazing essays. (Some I’ve guided students on, and some they’ve done all on […]
April 22, 2024
If you're gearing up for the college application hustle, you might’ve already heard the term SRAR/SSAR being thrown around as yet another piece of data you […]
April 8, 2024
Are you considering applying to the University of Texas at Austin (UT-Austin) for Fall 2025 admission? If so, you’re not alone. With its stellar academic programs […]
March 18, 2024
I’ve seen several TikToks lately as to what the phrase “out of pocket” means — and which generation is using the phrase right. Originally, the phrase […]
March 3, 2024
If you're anything like me, you're planning your spring and summer breaks right about now. So here's a friendly reminder: These vacations are a prime opportunity […]
March 2, 2024
You have to do a lot of writing in high school. Persuasive essays. Book reports. Creative writing. Presentations. But one thing you may not have written […]
January 28, 2024
Have writer’s block? I bet you’ll unearth at least one new topic to write about by the end of this article. As our newly adopted rescue […]
January 16, 2024
While taking on a full-time “real” job while still in school may seem overwhelming (and early) for many students, embarking on a professional development journey during […]
November 3, 2023
Reading time: 5 min. Congratulations on hitting Submit on some (or all) of your college applications! While you may feel a sense of relief, there's still […]
October 4, 2023
It's a common misconception that creating a great essay requires deep pockets and access to expensive resources and essay coaches. Luckily, that's not the case. I'm […]
September 15, 2023
More and more high schools and colleges are turning to Canvas (an online learning management system) to support students and instructors in their online and in-person […]