Q&A with Lauren: How Command Education Helps Students Transfer into Their Dream School
For many students, the college admissions process doesn’t end after senior year of high school. Some discover that the campus community they’ve joined isn’t the right fit for them; others find that their interests have shifted and their current school doesn’t offer...
Q&A with Steph: Volunteering as a High School Student
Volunteering can be one of the most rewarding and effective ways for high school students to explore their interests, contribute to their communities, and strengthen their college applications. While many students assume that they need to volunteer on a grand scale by...
How to Leverage Your AP Exams for Ivy League Admissions
Next week, students across the country will sit for the Advanced Placement (AP) exams. Administered by the College Board, AP courses and their accompanying exams have long been regarded as benchmarks for students’ college preparedness, offering a more standardized...
How the Explosion of Private Consultants Has Changed the College Admissions Landscape
It used to be so simple, many parents think. Students earned top grades, aced their standardized tests, participated in extracurricular activities, took on leadership roles, ran for student body president or spearheaded a campus club, and earned admission to their...