College Counseling Blog
Early Action vs. Early Decision vs. Restricted Early Action: the Pros and Cons
by Shiv G. For high school seniors navigating the college application process, three common early application options stand out: Early...
Exploring BS/MD Programs: Accelerated Medical Education starting in High School
by Shiv G. Aspiring young minds often dream of becoming doctors to make a positive impact on people's lives. For...
UC & CSU Application Kick-Off is Almost Here!
by Jennifer L. On August 1, 2023, the application platforms for both the University of California (UC) and California State...
Navigating Common App Recommendations
by Shiv G. As high school seniors embark on their college application journey, one crucial aspect often overlooked is securing...
The Importance of the Activities List for Common App & UC App
by Jennifer L. Both the Common App and the University of California (UC) application request students to include a list...
How to Approach the Common App Honors Section
by Sarah M. While college essays provide the most direct opportunity to tell admissions officers about who you are, it...
College Essays Blog
UC Prompt #3: How to Show Your Greatest Talent/Skill
by Lillie W. UC Prompt #3: What would you say is your greatest talent or skill? How have you developed...
UC Prompt #2: How to Show Your Creativity
by Sarah M. UC prompt #2: Every person has a creative side, and it can be expressed in many ways:...
UC Prompt #1: Displaying Your Leadership
by Molly R. Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes...
Writing Concisely in Your College Essay
by Molly R. As you probably know, it’s imperative to write concisely in your college essays. Every word matters when...
How to Write About Career in a College Essay
by Michelle P. What is the career that you imagined you would have as a kid? An action movie star?...
How to Write for Common App Prompt #7 – Free Choice
by Sarah M. Prompt 7: “Share an essay on a topic of your choice. It can be one you’ve already...