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May 24, 2024
Blog: Navigating the Common App Changes for 2024-2025: What You Need to Know

Navigating the Common App Changes for 2024-2025: What You Need to Know

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
Swordfights, Fire Swamps, and ROUSes. Oh, My!

Swordfights, Fire Swamps, and ROUSes. Oh, My!

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
Blog: Demystifying the SRAR/SSAR: What You Need to Know

Demystifying the SRAR/SSAR: What You Need to Know

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
Blog Post: Tips and Strategies for Maximizing Your Chances of Admission to UT-Austin for Fall 2025

Maximizing Your Chances of Admission to UT-Austin for Fall 2025

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
Blog post: The Importance of Authentic Storytelling and Clear Communication

The Importance of Authentic Storytelling and Clear Communication

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
Strategies for Maximizing College Campus Visits

Strategies for Maximizing College Campus Visits

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
4 Reasons High Schoolers Should Start a Student Resume for Their College or University Applications

4 Reasons High Schoolers Should Start a Student Resume

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

Can My Rescue Dog’s Love for Digging Help Inspire Your Writing?

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
A Student’s Guide to Gaining Professional Development and on-the-Job Experience

A Student’s Guide to Gaining Professional Development and on-the-Job Experience

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
Blog post: What's Next? 19 Essential Post-Application Actions for College-Bound Students

What’s Next? 19 Essential Post-Application Actions for College-Bound Students

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

My Favorite Free and Low-Cost Admission Essay-Writing Resources

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
Canvas for Students: 12 Tips to Skyrocket Your Productivity

Canvas for Students: 12 Tips to Skyrocket Your Productivity

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 […]
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