#SummerGoals: Write your college essay!

Knowing when or where to start can be challenging with so many moving parts to the college admissions process. Summer presents an ideal time to write a college essay without the pressures of school, homework, and extracurricular activities. Many students find that they’re more inspired and motivated to write their essays during the summer when […]

Are my ACT scores good enough?

Students and parents ask me this all the time. My quick answer is “It depends”. Your test scores are important for getting into college and should not be underestimated. Consider the chore college admissions officers have in comparing grades from high schools nationwide or weighing the merits of one student’s participation in a band versus […]