How Your Parents Can Help You Write Your College Essay
2. For some parents, it feels like nothing is good enough. This is death to the creative process. We’re our own worst critics. Having a second voice telling us that the intro is flat or that the essay doesn’t really reveal who you are–particularly while…
5 Resources That Will Save You $3,480
Any favorite sites for researching schools? For the pro perspective, go where for $20 you can get online access to the Fiske Guide to Colleges, which is pretty much the go-to guide for college research (#1 on Amazon). This $20 is optional but totally worth…
Working With Me on Personal Statements
I was curious to know what it was like working with me on college essays, so I asked some of my students: What was it like working with me? Here’s what a few of them said: Isabel writes: Working on college essays with you made…
Should I Work with a College Essay Coach? (Pros and Cons)
Here are some reasons why hiring a college essay coach might not be a good idea: 1. It’s too expensive. It can be. Some counselors charge up to $40,000 to work with students, or $14,000 for a five-day workshop. Think I’m kidding? Check it out….
Why I Work on a Sliding Scale (FAQ)
Q: Why do you work on a sliding scale, Ethan? A: Because I believe that all students deserve access to quality college application resources and advice, I offer all my courses for free or pay-what-you-can. Q: how do I work with you and your team?…
Four Things Undocumented Students Need to Know About Applying to College
Applying to College How DACA Students Can Apply to College11 tips for Dreamers. The CollegeBoard’s Repository of Resources for Undocumented StudentsA list of organizations and resources for how to get support through applying and attending college. Free Access to College Essay Guy’s How to Write…
5 Resources and Tips for Getting Scholarships and Financial Aid for College
Tip #3: Apply early. Like, right now. Yes, I know. This is the same advice that everyone gives you about everything. But with financial aid, it’s actually really important. Some reasons: FAFSA now opens October 1st instead of January 1st, allowing you to get your Student…
SAT vs. ACT: Five Steps to Help You Pick a Test
Our guest blogger Ted Dorsey received a perfect score on the PSAT, ACT, and SAT. He is founder of Tutor Ted and author of numerous ACT and SAT test prep books. Check out his free ACT intro course here and his comprehensive online ACT prep…
Tips for Planning a College Visit
Special Note: We’re betting that you would love a giant list of virtual college tours right about now. Voilà. Special thanks to Rebecca Chabrow for putting this together. —— Planning which college to attend is one of the most important decisions you will make as…
The Summer Before College: A Five-Step Guide (for Productivity or Fun)
2. Get rid of some stuff. That’s right, do that Marie Kondo thing where you get rid of anything that doesn’t bring you joy. My wife and I did, donating over 1,000 books and ⅔ of our clothes. Now we have no winter gloves and…