Among the wonky terms bandied about during the college application season, the term yield rate, or the number of accepted …

“Can I Use AI for Ideating My College Application Essay?” I was just essay-brainstorming with a student who asked me …

For a minute Assistant Teaching, or TA-ing, was the coveted activity to list in the Common Application. And then it …

After Notification Day, the second most exciting moment for many seniors is College Revisit Day, when students are invited to …

The in-real-life versus virtual tour is an experience that can ignite a student’s curiosity about the whole “going to college …

The “it” being the important and yet vague pronoun here! Here are a few pro-tips to help define the value …

One of my favorite aspects of essay-coaching is helping students write Supp Essays that support the Personal Statement or Common …

Students (and their families) may be wondering, “Is AI the right tool for a college essay?” No. Here’s why: There’s …

Many students wonder if they should include a resume when applying to college. Here are some tips to help assess: …

Most students assume that they should book interviews with colleges on their list that offer them a chance to talk …

This is a very good question that students constantly ask me. It may seem obvious to parents and on-site guidance …

While I love AI tools for assistance with generating outlines, I hate them for generating ideas that lead to robotic …