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The Voices of ��������'s Class of 2027: College Essay Snippets Part 3

August 1, 2023 - 10:01AM EDT | Victoria Moore

Welcome to the final installation of our blog series “The Voices of ��������'s Class of 2027: College Essay Snippets”! This series has featured excerpts of college essays that the incoming �������� students of the Class of 2027 wrote last year. Within these snippets our ��������ers told us their unique stories; whether that be sharing their undying love for robotics manuals or a poignant exploration of evolving identity. What all these essays have in common, and what made them successful, was that they are genuine and communicate to the reader the passions, interests, and person behind the application.

The Voices of ��������'s Class of 2027: College Essay Snippets Part 2

July 25, 2023 - 12:19PM EDT | Victoria Moore

In Part Two of this blog series, we are hoping to debunk one of the major myths about writing college essays...the idea that there are certain topics that are better or more persuasive than others. To demonstrate our point, in this blog we give you even more stellar examples of the range of college essays done by students of the Class of 2027.

The Voices of ��������'s Class of 2027: College Essay Snippets Part I

July 17, 2023 - 9:38AM EDT | Victoria Moore

Writing your college essays may seem like a daunting and scary task. Our three-part blog series though is here to help! We’ve compiled snippets of essays from our Class of 2027 that stood out to our counseling staff for their creativity and authenticity.

Holistic Admission: The Whole Nine Yards

September 7, 2022 - 12:13PM EDT | Susan Hartley-Brisson

As anyone who knows me will confirm, I love sports metaphors. After this web search, however, I’m realizing that one of my favorites, “the whole nine yards,” isn’t about football, as I had thought. It does refer to the entirety of something, though, which is consistent with what I want to talk about in this blog. When you apply to ��������, we consider carefully and thoroughly your entire application, the whole nine yards.

Virtual Candidates' Week: What to expect and how to enjoy!

February 25, 2022 - 1:27PM EST | Victoria Moore

Candidates’ Week- or weekend as it’s been in the past- is a time-honored �������� tradition and this is our second year holding a virtual Candidates’ Week. All of the events are happening via Zoom. Though you won’t be here ~IRL~ the vibe and purpose of Candidates’ Week will hold true to the �������� spirit of creativity and excitement.

The Final Stretch: How to Navigate Looming Deadlines

January 21, 2022 - 8:58AM EST | Julia Brown

Sometimes a college application deadline can generate anxiety for students. To alleviate some of the stress, Julia Brown shares her take on how to reduce stress and anxiety around deadlines, and particularly around the college application process.

How to Navigate the hybrid world of college admission: A Guide for Parents and Families From a College Admission Professional – But Also a Mom

November 17, 2021 - 1:15PM EST | Susan Hartley Brisson

While in life, less is usually more, I find, I encourage you to be thoughtful and strategic as you determine when and how to visit the colleges on your child’s list. 

How To Make the Most of College Summer Visits

June 25, 2021 - 10:46AM EDT | Susan Hartley Brisson

But despite the challenges, it IS possible to have an informative and satisfying college visit during the summer.  Here are some things to think of: 

Decisions, decisions, decisions

April 26, 2021 - 4:08PM EDT |

Parent To Parent

December 10, 2020 - 10:41AM EST |

This one is for the parents out there! We know that behind every intelligent, compassionate, and accomplished college applicant are the parents, guardians, and family members who have been their influencers, cheerleaders, and advocates from the start.

Conquering Essay Dread: Tori's Top Tips

October 21, 2020 - 2:32PM EDT |

Something For Everyone On The Virtual College Search Menu

September 29, 2020 - 2:43PM EDT | Tori Moore

A guide to the virtual college search process.

Straight to the source with admission leaders

September 25, 2020 - 12:15PM EDT |

All About Fly-Ins

September 16, 2020 - 4:56PM EDT |

Who convinced who? Family communication in the college process

August 28, 2020 - 5:17PM EDT |

Couch to Campus: Small School, Big Impact

August 13, 2020 - 4:56PM EDT |