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How to Ace the College Admissions Interview
The college admissions interview is something many students are nervous about, but with the proper preparation and the right state of mind, you can do exceptionally well. While all other parts of your college application are fully in your control, the interview is something quite different, a discussion in which you don’t know what to expect. While this scenario may seem daunting, in this blog we will give you all of the information you need to really nail the interview. Int

Gloria DeLuca
Mar 35 min read


The Ultimate Guide To Getting Great Letters Of Recommendation
Obtaining strong letters of recommendation can make a huge difference in the strength of your college application. Grades, test scores, and extracurriculars showcase your achievements, but an exemplary letter of recommendation provides a personal perspective on your character, work ethic, and contributions that you’ve made to your community. In this blog, we will share everything we know to help you get letters that truly make you stand out and will impress college admissions

Dennis Vidach
Feb 223 min read


How Parents Can Help Their Child Get Into the Ivy League
Harvard. Princeton. Yale. Getting accepted by an Ivy League college is every high school student’s dream. But college admissions can be very intense for both students and parents who are anxiously awaiting the results of every application, ready to celebrate or provide consoling. It’s not only the parents of seniors who are feeling the pressure. I’ve noticed that every year, the stress of ensuring students are on the right track, enrolled in the proper courses, adding the rig

Dennis Vidach
Feb 143 min read


How High School Juniors Can Prepare For College Admissions Success
Junior year is a very important time in the college admissions process. In addition to taking hard classes, senior year is right around the corner. If you want to get ahead, the time to start thinking about admissions is right now. In this blog, I’m going to give you a list of steps you can take that will make a huge difference. The sooner you can do these steps, the better. College Admissions Success Through Standardized Tests Don’t put off studying for and scheduling th

Dennis Vidach
Jan 294 min read


10 Common App Essay Mistakes You're Probably Making (and How to Fix Them)
The essay can truly make or break your college application. Every year, admissions officers read thousands of them. The goal is to make...

Dennis Vidach
Jul 17, 20257 min read


5 Proven Strategies to Boost Your SAT or ACT Score
Preparing for college? Your SAT or ACT score can make a big impact — not just on admissions but also on scholarship opportunities. The...

Dennis Vidach
Apr 24, 20253 min read


What Looks Good On College Applications: The Ultimate Checklist
As high school students prepare for the transition to college, one question often looms: What looks good on college applications? The...

Dennis Vidach
Jun 11, 20245 min read


My Life At An Ivy League College
As a first-generation college student at an Ivy League college, nothing could have prepared me for what my first semester entailed. When...

Anna Lee
Jun 9, 20245 min read


9 Tips For Getting Accepted To An Ivy League College: A Firsthand Account
Securing a spot at an Ivy League college is no doubt a dream; and yet, the path to reaching that goal often appears to be daunting and...

Yin Fei
May 29, 20246 min read


How To Fill Out The Common App Activities Section
When you sit down to tackle the common app activities section, it's essential to understand that this part of your application is not...

Dennis Vidach
May 24, 20245 min read


Ace Your Application: The All-Inclusive Guide to College Admissions
College admissions represents a major milestone in the academic journey of any high school student. It's the gateway to the next stage of...

Dennis Vidach
Apr 30, 202411 min read


College Essay Format: How To Structure Your Essays Correctly
When writing a college essay, the format is just as important as the content. The correct college essay format helps your ideas flow and...

Steven Baker
Apr 19, 20246 min read
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