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Sean Ashburn

Admissions officer, former Mainer, wannabe HGTV designer

After several years helping first-generation students apply to awesome colleges like Tufts, I’m enjoying my time on the “other side of the desk” sharing the amazing things that Tufts has to offer and working to build a diverse class of smart and curious Jumbos. I grew up as a low-income student in a small town where the idea of college always seemed mysterious and distant, so I love being able to illuminate the college experience and application process for the students (and counselors!) I meet in my career. 

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Sep 09

Shaping Your College List

Where did the summer go?! Right now my colleagues and I are hustling to wrap up important summer projects before we head out on the road to connect with…

Aug 17

Does it fit?

The term “fit” is likely one of the most overused in the college admissions process (up there with “holistic”). But hey, it’s a word that’s trying to capture…

Mar 31

What we're doing

Hey #tufts2024, I know this is a weird time for a high school senior. The admissions process is playing out a little differently than usual, but guess…

Dec 02

To all my Questies

In the great on-screen words of George Little, “It’s today!” Tufts’ first offers of admission for the current application season have been sent to our…

Oct 04

5 Essay Writing Tips to Get You Through the Fall

I vividly recall dedicating each day of Thanksgiving break during my senior year of high school to writing the supplemental essays for my college applications:…

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