The Personal Statement
What is a Personal statement? At its core, your essay is a story – a story about you. Your story, told in your own voice and in your own words,…
REFLECTIONS on 2021: What we learned about students and college admissions
When 2021 came to a close, we took some time to have some deep discussion and crunch some numbers to see what information we can glean from the unprecedented 2021…
The Basics of College Athletic Recruiting
Jenny Dumas from College Calm discusses important things aspiring athletes need to consider regarding the college application process. Here are our top three takeaways from the presentation. For the full…
Considering Majoring in Pre-Med or Going to Medical School?
Jenny Dumas talks with 3 students in medical school and residency to gain insight into what it means to be pre-med in college. To view the presentation, click here. These…
Student Synergy Project: Genetic Modification Tool CRISPR CAS-9
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the…
Student Synergy Project: Mental Health and Media
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the…
Student Synergy Project: Nursing Brochure for my High School Guidance Office
The Student Synergy Project is a meaningful self-directed summer project for high school students. Below is a completed project by one of the student participants. Learn more about the…
2020 Tips for completing your University of California Application
Steps to Completing your UC Application: Materials You Need: You will need a copy of your transcript, test scores, social security number (optional), CA statewide Student ID (for public HS…
URGENT TESTING UPDATES
If you are waiting to take a test, please make sure to check your email regularly for information from the College Board and ACT. The ACT has just announced they…
The Three I’s—and Finding a Certain Purpose in an Uncertain Time
What Colleges Want and Advice for High School Students and their Families When people come into my office to learn about the college process they often ask, “What do colleges…