College Admissions Guidance

Blog posts about college admissions topics such as essays, extracurriculars,  planning, mental health, etc.

What Colleges Look for in an Applicant: A Comprehensive Guide application strategy future planning senior year Apr 10, 2023

When it comes to the college admissions process, there are a lot of factors that schools consider when evaluating applicants. While every school has their own unique criteria, there are some common...

Continue Reading...
Navigating College Applications as a First-Generation Student application strategy colleges list senior year Apr 10, 2023

Navigating the college application process can be challenging for any student, but it can be especially daunting for first-generation students. Here are some tips for first-generation students to...

Continue Reading...
The Importance of Extracurricular Activities in College Admissions application strategy extracurricular activities future planning senior year Apr 10, 2023

Extracurricular activities are a vital part of the college admissions process. They demonstrate a student's interests, skills, and leadership abilities outside of the classroom. Here are some...

Continue Reading...
What You Might Be Wondering as a Student with a Learning Disability application strategy future planning mental health senior year Apr 10, 2023

Should I disclose my learning disability college application?

The main reason to disclose a learning disability on your application is to explain something that might otherwise be puzzling to the...

Continue Reading...
How to Research Colleges Effectively: Tools and Strategies for Finding the Right Fit application strategy career options colleges list future planning senior year Apr 10, 2023

Choosing the right college can be a daunting task, especially with so many options available. However, with the right tools and strategies, researching colleges can be a manageable and even...

Continue Reading...
Choosing a Major: Tips and Strategies for Making the Right Decision application strategy career options future planning senior year Apr 10, 2023

Choosing a college major is a significant decision that can impact your career path and future opportunities. It's essential to approach the decision thoughtfully and strategically. In this...

Continue Reading...
How to Plan For Your Recommendation Letters future planning networking senior year Apr 10, 2023

Recommendation letters are a crucial component of the college application process, and in this article, I’d like to provide some insights about their nature as well as resources from both...

Continue Reading...
How to Ace the SAT or ACT: Tips and Strategies for Standardized Tests future planning sat/act senior year standardized tests Apr 10, 2023

Standardized tests such as the SAT or ACT are a critical part of the college application process. They measure a student's knowledge and readiness for college-level work, and colleges often use...

Continue Reading...
What You Shouldn’t Miss With Your Supplemental Essays essays senior year Apr 10, 2023

Admissions officers are trained to look for the "fit". Remember this.. the ad-com dude wants to help you but only if you help him. Simplify his life. Helps the dude make the case on your...

Continue Reading...
Preparing for Advanced Courses: Planning for AP and Honors Classes academics boost freshman year sophomore year Sep 07, 2022

If you're a high school student who is looking to challenge yourself academically and get a head start on college, then you may want to consider taking advanced courses like AP (Advanced Placement)...

Continue Reading...
Grade specific advice application strategy freshman year future planning junior year senior year sophomore year Mar 11, 2022
  • 9th grade parent night programs 
    • Plan carefully the international language choice; make sure it's one you will carry for 4-years; two years of one language and 2-years of another don't mean...
Continue Reading...
Personal branding for college application strategy demonstrated interest extracurricular activities future planning Feb 13, 2022
Why Your Personal Brand Matters
Why is it important for colleges to know who you are, and what your brand is? College admissions committees will be looking at your application for several...
Continue Reading...

Join Our Newsletter


 

Download A Copy of our 41 Admissions Facts


Subscribe to our comprehensive email newsletter for the best college applications content regarding your year at high school!

Schedule a Meeting
Contact Us

Phone: +1 (510) 353-3164

[email protected] 

43255 Mission Blvd #102, Fremont, CA 94539