September 2024

In this episode, Lisa and John discuss: Identifying the controllables and the non-controllables during your teen’s college application process.  What your teen should include on the college application to ensure they are accurately representing themself. What should be included on your teen’s activities list in their application.  The accessibility of admissions representatives.  Tips for writing […]

In this episode, Lisa and Jaime discuss: How to prevent unplanned future transfers for your teen. What a “planned transfer” is, when it might make sense, and when it won’t work. Common reasons why over ⅓ of undergraduate students transfer.  Articulation agreements between colleges that can benefit transfers.  Key Takeaways:  More than ⅓ of undergraduate

In this episode, Lisa and Lee discuss: Why it’s a myth your teen’s college application needs 10 extracurriculars.  Creative ways to demonstrate leadership beyond traditional titles. Ideas for furthering your teen’s leadership experiences, whether they’re just starting high school or beginning their college application process.  How to think about your teen’s activities list as newspaper

In this episode, Lisa, Lisa, Abby, and Stefanie discuss: Busting myths about your teen’s personal statement on their college application.  If your teen should write about personal hardships.  How to focus on being authentic, not being unique.  The four-question rubric your teen needs to address when writing their essay. The role of parents in allowing