You have a lot on your plate this fall, so time management is going to be more important than ever. As always, your first priority should be earning good grades in your core academic classes. (If you missed it, check out my August article in...
The 2018-19 application cycle has begun with the launch of the Coalition Application in July and the Common App on August 1. If you created a Common App profile before that date, your information is stored, but if you invited recommenders you’ll have to re-invite...
Happy graduation!! I hope you’re enjoying fun celebrations with family and friends. It’s a wonderful time to reflect on both your past and your future, even though it may be bittersweet, especially for parents. As you go through your summer to-do list, check with your school...
You’ve made your college decision and sent your deposit—congratulations! As you finish up with classes and exams, I hope you’re also planning lots of celebrations. Enjoy this time, because it will fly by. Remember to thank everyone who supported you along the way and let them know...
Decisions, decisions! With acceptances in hand I hope you have wonderful options on the table. For most students cost is a consideration, so for guidance on appealing financial aid offers, take a look at this recent article as well as these two from previous years. ...
Your school counselor’s midyear report has gone out by now, so check the portal of each of your colleges to make sure nothing is missing as admission committees make their final decisions. You should get notifications from all your schools by the beginning of April...
If you’re a Washington, DC senior and have applied to public colleges or universities, DC-area schools or HBCUs, the DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DC TAG) application is now available. Be sure to complete and submit this, as well as the FAFSA, as soon as possible...
With many college application deadlines in January and February, you may be wrapping up the last of your submissions or may even be done. As you finish this phase of the process, make sure that all your admission and financial aid files are complete. Note...
Many of you are in the home stretch of your application process. As you put finishing touches on applications and submit them, be sure to arrange for test scores to be sent if necessary. (To see a list of schools that will accept self-reported scores,...
I've been working with students to meet November deadlines—congratulations to those of you who got applications out the door by November 1 and best of luck to those whose first deadlines are coming up in the next week. After this first round, give yourself a...