May 1, 2021
August 12, 2026
When most families think about college planning, they picture Senior year: campus visits, SAT prep, application essays, and late nights filling out financial aid forms. However, by the time Senior year arrives, many of the biggest college-planning decisions have already been made. College admissions have become increasingly competitive, and students who begin college planning early […]
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July 21, 2026
Suzanne Collins, Indiana University Bloomington Graduate and author of “The Hunger Games,” is famous for one of the most recognizable book and movie lines of the last 20 years: “May the odds be ever in your favor.” And while it’s true that more attempts at certain endeavors will earn you a higher potential reward (Buy […]
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July 1, 2026
If you’ve spent any time around high school Seniors during college application season, you’ve probably witnessed students beginning their essay outlines by listing accomplishments. You may want to offer advice like, “Tell them about your leadership award. Don’t forget the robotics competition.” Or, “You should definitely mention that internship.” In other words, many families approach […]
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