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A college counselor’s perspective: It’s Not Just About What You Do, It’s About Who You’re Becoming

A Note to Rising 10th, 11th & 12th Graders and Their Families Summer has arrived, and with it comes something every student has earned: rest.…

The Most Common Mistakes Students Make in the Common App Essay (and How to Avoid Them)

Anushka Chugani May 25, 2026 College application season is right around the corner, and for rising seniors, that means one thing: essay writing has officially…

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A college counselor’s perspective: It’s Not Just About What You Do, It’s About Who You’re Becoming

The Most Common Mistakes Students Make in the Common App Essay (and How to Avoid Them)

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