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Crafting an Excellent College Essay

Posted on October 11, 2016 by October 11, 2016

Dear Estelle. I have just written my 15th college essay for a large midwestern university and can’t reduce it to the required 400 words. It’s almost 550 words and reads … Continue reading →

Posted in Articles, College Admissions, College Applications, College Planning

How to Qualify for “Best Applicant” Status

Posted on October 11, 2016 by October 11, 2016

Do you have a laundry list of suggestions you give to your clients so they qualify for “best applicant” status. We know that grades and test scores are most important … Continue reading →

Posted in Articles, College Admissions, College Applications, College Planning

Competition for the Common Application

Posted on August 24, 2016 by August 24, 2016

Dear Estelle. Lately there’s been talk that the Common Application is no longer the only show in town when it comes to applying for college. How will that affect how … Continue reading →

Posted in Articles, College Applications, Seniors

University of California Application Revamped for 2016-17

Posted on May 13, 2016 by May 13, 2016

Rising seniors planning to apply to any of the University of California schools next fall, should prepare for a new experience. The essays have been changed to “personal Insight questions” … Continue reading →

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Extracurriculars and Community Service That Count

Posted on May 13, 2016 by May 13, 2016

Dear Estelle. Which is more important for an aspiring college applicant, a well-rounded person who is involved with many extracurriculars and a lot of community service or a student who … Continue reading →

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Admissions Decisions are in Full Swing

Posted on March 18, 2016 by March 18, 2016

Seniors, by the time this article is in print many decision notifications will be out and in your mailbox or online. Those sending letters and emails two weeks ago were … Continue reading →

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What’s All the Hype About the New PSAT?

Posted on January 26, 2016 by January 26, 2016

Dear Estelle. Our son recently received his PSAT scores from the test he took in October at his school and was thrilled with the scores. Every year it seems there’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Articles, College Applications, College Planning

Transfer Applicant Questions Timeline of Mid-Term Report

Posted on June 21, 2015 by July 26, 2015

Dear Estelle. I am planning to transfer schools next fall and have a few logistical concerns regarding the application. Most of my applications are due after February. What is the … Continue reading →

Posted in Articles, College Applications, Undergraduate

“A”-cing The College Interview

Posted on June 21, 2015 by July 26, 2015

Scott, Cherry Creek High SchoolDear Estelle, I am receiving invitations to interview with alumni from colleges where I have applied regular decision. Naturally this is very exciting but I’m swamped … Continue reading →

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Senioritis Rampant!

Posted on June 21, 2015 by July 26, 2015

Dear Estelle. With college applications complete, a few acceptances, and half of second semester gone, our senior has assumed a new personna. She no longer gives adequate time to homework, … Continue reading →

Posted in Articles, College Admissions, College Applications, Juniors, Seniors

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