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…
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Why liberal arts?
My college search process was mostly based on a belief that the purpose of a bachelor’s degree was to train for a particular career. I was motivated to…
Let’s Talk Numbers—Testing and GPAs
Bear with me, this is a long post. But we get A LOT of questions about testing/GPAs, so I'm trying to be very thorough. Let me set the scene: I’m giving…
For Counselors: Making the Most of Students’ Time on Campus
One of my favorite parts of my role in Undergraduate Admissions is talking with groups of students and chaperones from schools and community based organizations…
For Counselors: Helping Students Navigate the Financial Aid Process
Our Regular Decision deadline is officially behind us, which means students and counselors can heave a sigh of relief while my colleagues and I shut our…
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