Does Being a ‘Legacy’ Increase Your Admissions Chances?

Colleges like to state publicly that legacy status is nothing more than a tiebreaker between equally strong applicants. Is that true?

Dealing with a Deferral: a few tips for applicants (and their parents)

Unfortunately, the early action/decision process in college admissions frequently results in the ultimate act of indecision—the deferral. Here are 5 things that you can and should do upon being handed the admissions equivalent of a 1-1 tie.

Good News on the College Front: It’s a Buyer’s Market

This fact should compel students to adopt an admission strategy that is based on confidence, rather than worry.

As College App Deadlines Loom, Here’s 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid

Make sure an easily identifiable mistake doesn’t cost you an acceptance letter

“Backdoor” Admission: Earning entry to an elite college with less than elite credentials

There is no magic button to press or secret handshake to master, which results in an acceptance letter to a colleges that might be a bit out of your league. There are, however, strategies that can increase your odds.

Is the Freshman 15 a Myth?

Should all Freshmen pack larger sized clothing when heading off to college for the first time?

Beware of Molly – She’s Not a Friend

Our teens and young adults are being inundated with designer drugs these days. As parents, we need to be in the know.

Getting Into College … Tip 1 (it isn’t too early to start this one)

A college tip you should here sooner, rather than later.