June 25, 2021
After attending Purdue University, Alyssa took her unique skill-set to Mexico where she ran the northern division of a global non-profit organization for six years. With a passion for changing people’s lives for the better, she ran week-long camps for up to 3,000 teenagers at a time and managed a global team of 60. After successfully training a local team to take over operations, she has continued her love of impacting teenagers’ lives for the better by joining the Class 101 team as a full-time employee. With specialties in writing and reading, Alyssa works with students to improve their scores, develop unique essays, build confidence, and provide them with options uniquely suited for their future.
June 2, 2026
Artificial intelligence has quickly become a go-to tool for students navigating complex tasks, including the college application process. From drafting essays to suggesting schools, AI can seem like a convenient shortcut. But when it comes to planning something as personal and high-stakes as your college journey, relying too heavily on AI can actually do more […]
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April 3, 2026
The policy of requiring the SAT or ACT test as part of a college admissions application has been trending downward for several years. In fact, more than 2,000 colleges and universities issuing Bachelor’s degrees are now either Test Optional (leaving the decision to submit test scores up to the applicant) or Test Free, meaning applicants […]
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March 27, 2026
As acceptance letters start arriving, many students and parents ask the same important question: “When do we actually say yes?” It’s an understandable question. College decisions feel emotional, exciting, and sometimes urgent. But when it comes to accepting an offer, especially at a private college, timing matters. At Class 101, our advice is simple and […]
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