3 Strategies for Early College Admissions

3 Strategies for Early College Admissions

Did you know that, on average, Early Decision and Early Admission rates are notably higher than Regular Decision rates? But does that automatically mean you should rush and apply early everywhere? Navigating the intricate maze of college applications, with its…

College Essay Coaching

5 Mistakes That Will Ruin a College Essay

Hey there future college star! If you’re embarking on the college application journey, you know how overwhelming it can get. One misstep in your essay, and it’s a one-way ticket to the “maybe” pile. As someone who’s already reviewed hundreds…

3 Tips for Senior Year Success

Senior Year Success: 3 Tips to Complete Your College Essays

Senior year marks the culmination of your high school journey—a time filled with excitement and challenges. To ensure both your college essay preparation and overall senior year are successful, here are three essential tips that will guide you toward a…

5 Ways Juniors Should Prepare for College

If you’re a junior, you’re likely already considering finding and getting into the best college for you. This is great! We have a few tips for you. They will help you identify what is important to you, go after it,…

The Hidden College Application Deadline – August 1st  

Writing college essays takes way more time and effort than anticipated. While you may be aware of the essay submission deadlines set by universities, there’s one deadline you might not be aware of—a self-imposed deadline on August 1st. In this…

How Many College Essays Do You Have to Write?

This is a great question students never ask: “How many essays do I need to write when applying to college?” The answer is more than you think. On average, students write at least 20 college essays! Why is this? Almost…

How to Write a Winning Essay: A Step-by-Step Guide

Writing an essay can be daunting, but with the right approach, it can be a rewarding experience. Whether you’re a student or a professional, there are certain steps you can take to ensure that your essay is well-written and effective.…

How to Plan College Visits

By Jessica Chermak & Sawyer Earwood As Independent Educational Consultants and Certified Educational Planners, a major piece of our professional development is visiting colleges. When we go on college tours, we try to visit as many schools as possible and…

5 Ways to Spend Your Summer

5 Ways to Spend Your Summer

Planning your summer is important because it helps you set goals, create structure, explore new opportunities, avoid boredom and burnout, and prepare for the future. Without a plan, it can be easy to waste time or get stuck in a…

7 Reasons to Work With Kate

1. Unlimited hours. Many other consultants finalize in just a few drafts, but we’ll spend much more time than this because we understand that writing improves through many iterations. Plus, it takes time to identify precisely what you want to…