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College applications are open. A Brookfield college counselor explains what students should actually be doing this week to start the Common App the right way.

Are you ready to start college applications? A Brookfield college counselor explains how to know if your list, testing, and essay are actually in place.

What happens if you wait until August to start college applications? A Brookfield college counselor explains what changes and how to stay ahead.

What should juniors fix in mid-summer for college admissions? A Brookfield college counselor explains how to reset your list, testing, and essays before senior year.

Why are college essays so hard to start? A Brookfield college counselor explains why students struggle with what to say, not how to write.

Are students actually working on college essays over the summer? A Brookfield college counselor explains why many juniors fall behind and how to stay on track.

Why do most college essays fall flat? A Brookfield college counselor explains the “first draft problem” and how students can write stronger essays before senior year.

Why is summer so important for college admissions? A Brookfield college counselor explains what juniors in Pewaukee and Oconomowoc should accomplish before senior year.

What does test optional really mean for college admissions? A Brookfield college counselor explains when to submit ACT scores and how it impacts applications and scholarships.