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Last month we discussed how to handle admissions decisions. As those decisions continue to roll in, we encourage you to share your results and how you are feeling. We are here to help you navigate next steps and talk through the wave of emotions you may be experiencing. One thought that may come up during this time is, how will I / my family afford college?    Let’s say you’ve

Starting the School Year off Strong Whether you are a first-year student or an experienced high school senior, each year of high school is important for your college application. Beginning the year with a clear set of goals to keep you on track and focused will boost your resumé, show your effort on your transcript, and shine through in your letters of recommendation. Some goals to set include:  Getting Involved

The Everchanging Admission Landscape After reading an article written by the Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Georgia Tech on admission decisions, our team felt inspired to share our own insights. The author of the article expresses his experience with disappointed, confused, and frustrated parents in the coming days and weeks of decision announcements. Why was my child not chosen? In short, the author emphasizes that a student should determine their

Throughout the college application journey, we research the “best fit” colleges, edit resumés and reflect on character building, write and rewrite numerous essays, and have long discussions about planning for the future. We are grateful to our students who are willing to be vulnerable, open, and reflective throughout this process and we hope our students feel a stronger sense of self as a result.    As Thanksgiving and the holiday

How do you choose a college that’s right for you? What a daunting question! The good news: there are more than 4,500 colleges and universities in the US. Even better news: most schools accept most students, with the national average at 66.7% in 2017 (source). But which of the 4,500 should you apply to? High school counselors, as well as private counselors such as our team at EPC, can be

You’ve put in hours of research to compile the best fit list of colleges to apply to, spent your summer and late nights writing countless essays, prepped for interviews, rescheduled campus tours, and inquired about scholarships. BUT, here comes the hard part . . . waiting for admissions decisions. The majority of Early Action and ideally all Early Decision announcements have been made. Over the next 8-12 weeks, Regular Decision