What's it Take to Get a California Kid Into a California College?
For years now, UCLA and UC Berkeley have been “reach” schools for everyone. With 2018 acceptance rates in the low double-digits, it was...
"I Have Nothing to Write About!!!": The Tyranny of the Personal Statement
First of all, yes you do. Before you disagree, let’s talk about the college essay or “personal statement” in realistic terms. The point...
The Accommodations Curse
When we first meet with students and families, we go over academic progress, look at transcripts, and talk subjectively about how the...
So What's It Gonna Cost?
College acceptances are winging their way towards anxious students as you read this. These acceptances will come with a financial aid packag
How To Know What You Need To Know
They know that they're supposed to do research, but many students are unsure about exactly what to look for as they explore a college....
Summer Plans for Rising Seniors
Rising seniors take note: this is your last summer before applying to college, and you would be wise to use it as an opportunity to make...