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College Counseling IvyBoost Success Story: A Student’s Path to Boston University
A.T. was a confident and opinionated student from a public high school in Fremont.While A.T. was academically strong, she sought...
College Counseling IvyBoost Success Story: A Student’s Path to UCB & USC
K.B. was a student with a great academic foundation, attending a public high school in Pleasant Hills. She had a...
College Counseling From Chess Champion to College Success
Ruiyang, a brilliant chess master and top-ranked competitor in the World Youth Championship, always approached challenges with strategy and precision....
College Counseling Blog
College Counseling AP vs IB: What’s the Difference and How Does It Affect College Admissions?
By: Jon M. One of the questions I hear frequently from students and families is: “Should I take AP or...
College Counseling What do College Admissions Officers Look at First on Applications?
By: Lydia C. You've probably heard that admissions officers aren't just looking at your grades. So the real question is:...
College Counseling 5 Questions 9th Graders Can Consider About College
By: Jennifer L. Starting high school can feel like a long way from college, but freshman year is a great...
College Essays Blog
College Essays How to Write a Personal Statement That Stands Out at a Highly Selective School
By: Amy T. If you're applying to a highly selective school, chances are your transcript is strong and your activity...
College Essays How Important Is Your Essay for College Admissions?
by Lan N. A great essay alone will not determine whether you’re accepted to a college, but it can be...
College Essays How to Choose the Right CS/Tech Story for Your Essay
By Lan N.Supplemental essays are an opportunity to showcase your most meaningful experiences. Depending on the prompt, your focus might...
