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My Secret Checklist For Building a Perfect College List

It's that time of year when I am busy reviewing students' final college lists. I do this for my[...]

Is Privilege a New Bias in College Admissions?

Privilege is a dirty word these days but a reality for a lot of us. After the admissions scandal[...]

College Admissions Inspiration from an Unlikely Source..."Hamilton" the Musical

Last week, I took my 13-year old daughter, Sophie, to see the Broadway musical, "Hamilton." For the[...]

Navigating Food Allergies and the College Admissions Process

I am not alone. I am one of the millions of Americans living with a food allergy. It affects[...]

Why Admissions Officers Are Impressed When Students Have Jobs

A few weeks ago, I recruited some high school students for my latest photo shoot. They attend the[...]