Ten College Interview Tips Interviews have made a bit of a comeback in recent years. These schools are often some of my favorites in the country because they take time with each application. I understand that it is simply not cost-effective for many colleges to employ admissions counselors who take hours to interview prospective students. The colleges that do make evaluative interviews a priority, however, truly want to know their applicants on a holistic basis beyond their

Deciding which classes to take in high school can be overwhelming! Let’s simplify it. You want to consider your school's requirements, and your high school and college aspirations should be weighed in. In addition, it’s important to keep your abilities and interests in mind and to maintain a balanced, healthy daily life. With so much to consider, it helps to start the planning process early. If college admission is your priority, then choosing the right classes is essential.

9th Graders Give yourself permission to ease into high school. Get to know your teachers. Review your daily class notes from each academic subject a few minutes every day. This will help with your time management! Sign up for as many clubs that interest you and don't worry about committing to all of them. The idea is to give yourself time to figure out what you like best. ​ 10th Graders Enjoy 10th grade! Get to know your teachers and try to review your daily class notes from

You may learn that your application has neither been accepted nor rejected, but waitlisted. This means that the college is interested in...

Jill was interviewed for this piece in NACAC's Journal of College Admission, and her advice still rings true... Click on the image below...

Deciding which classes to take in high school can be overwhelming! Let’s simplify it. You want to consider your school's requirements,...

4 Things To Do If Deferred From Your Top College If you applied to one or more colleges under Early Action and/or Early Decision...

Jill was interviewed for this piece in Business Insider . . . Click on the image below to read the article.

As seniors are working on their college applications and visiting colleges, parents often ask me what they can do to reduce the stress...

Ten College Interview Tips Interviews have made a bit of a comeback in recent years. These schools are often some of my favorites in...

9th Graders Give yourself permission to ease into high school. Get to know your teachers and try to review your daily class notes from...

You may learn that your application has neither been accepted nor rejected, but waitlisted. This means that the college is interested in...

Deciding which classes to take in high school can be overwhelming! Let’s simplify it. You want to consider your school's requirements,...

Jill was interviewed for this piece in NACAC's Journal of College Admission, and her advice still rings true... Click on the image below...

4 Things To Do If Deferred From Your Top College If you applied to one or more colleges under Early Action and/or Early Decision...

As seniors are working on their college applications and visiting colleges, parents often ask me what they can do to reduce the stress...

Ten College Interview Tips Interviews have made a bit of a comeback in recent years. These schools are often some of my favorites in...

9th Graders Give yourself permission to ease into high school. Get to know your teachers and try to review your daily class notes from...

4 Strategies to Improve Your Chances of Admission After Being Waitlisted

If you applied to one or more colleges under Early Action and/or Early Decision admission plans, you are likely anxiously waiting for a...