College Admissions 2012: What Every Junior and Senior Should Know Join us for a Webinar on February 8

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Jeannie Borin

Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/572722606 The winter months mark a new phase in the college admissions process. Whether you are the parent of a busy junior or a senior rapt with ‘senioritis’, there are important actions you should take Continue Reading...

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A Q & A On Everything College

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Jeannie Borin

What are some dos and don’ts for the admissions essay? A Few Starter Suggestions For Your College Essays Brainstorm possible topics and discuss ideas. Slice of life stories can be very appealing and just as noteworthy. Listen to suggestions and elaborate on your thoughts. Pace yourself well Continue Reading...

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SENIORS NOW

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Jeannie Borin

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER Prepare for and complete any standardized testing requirements and be aware of deadlines to register for tests. Confirm the different testing requirements of the colleges where you intend to apply. More information is here: www.collegeboard.com & www.act.org. Continue Reading...

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Deciding About Early Decision and Early Action

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Jeannie Borin

If you answer yes to every question, consider applying ED. If you answer one or more questions with a no, consider applying EA or regular decision. Questions: -Have I completely researched this college and other colleges that interest me? -Have I visited this college while classes are in session Continue Reading...

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High School Resumes: Get your Extracurriculars Noticed!

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Jeannie Borin

A Guest Post by: John Incantalupo Resume, Activity List, Profile, Brag Sheet… Called many things (and probably something new next year!), colleges are going to be looking at a student’s holistic record which includes extracurriculars. Not just GPAs (although extremely important), not Continue Reading...

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Writing Your Common App Essays And What To Avoid

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Jeannie Borin

The Common Application (www.commonapp.org) application essay prompts (on writing page) are available and have not changed since last year.  Remember to follow all instructions and stick to the required word counts. Your essays will bring authenticity to your application and allow the admission Continue Reading...

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Choosing Admissions Essay Topics & Writing Tips

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Jeannie Borin

Choosing your college admissions essay topic can be more difficult than writing the actual essay.  After all, you have lots of ideas and how do you select what is right? Once you have decided on your topics, your writing should come easily. College applications will have prompts for you to Continue Reading...

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Ready, Aim, Apply! L.A. Summer College Prep Workshop

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Jeannie Borin

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Kurt Vonnegut Speaks To MIT Graduating Class 1998

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Jeannie Borin

Vonnegut gave this speech to the MIT graduating class in 1998: Ladies and gentlemen of the class of ’98:  Wear sunscreen.  If I could offer you only one tip for the future, sunscreen would be it.  The long-term benefits of sunscreen have been proved by science, whereas the rest of my Continue Reading...

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Jump Start Your College Process This Summer

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Jeannie Borin

Although many decisions are made during senior year, it is best to begin the college process early. Do enjoy some down time this summer but remain productive, active and interested…read, exercise, visit campuses while traveling, keep a journal, develop a hobby and collaborate on something Continue Reading...

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