SAT vs. ACT: Decision-Making After Your March Test Result

Got your March SAT or ACT test result? Learn how to interpret your scores, compare them to a school list, and decide whether to retake, switch, or send.
Reframing College Cost Anxiety into a Smart Funding Plan

Stop the tuition panic. Learn how to reframe college cost anxiety into a realistic funding plan. Your smarter college strategy starts here.
Understanding UC Waitlists: What the Decisions Really Mean

The UC decisions are out. Don’t panic! Learn what a UC waitlist means, what steps to take next, and how to evaluate your chances using recent data.
Avoid the Random Activities That Dilute Your Application

Instead of signing up for every club your school offers, make wise choices. Otherwise, your activities will dilute the power of your application story.
What Colleges Value from Early High School Involvement

Starting high school soon? Here’s the inside perspective on what college admissions officers are hoping to see in your first few years of high school.
College Admission Headlines: What Families Are Missing in March 2026

At first glance, these headlines in college admissions may seem unrelated. But there’s a method at work here, and it has a name: institutional priorities.
I Didn’t Get Into a Summer Program: Plan B

So, it’s March, and your summer plans fell through. How can you have a great, productive summer with only a few weeks left to prepare? Join us!
The Biggest Strategic Mistake Juniors Make in March

Spring of junior year is pivotal for college applications. The biggest mistake students make? Hesitating. Don’t let indecision shrink your options.
Final Window: March Course Selection and Its Impact on College Admissions

Choosing your classes for next year in high school? First, read this scoop for the context on how your choices now impact your college applications later.