U.S. News has a wonderful article about ways high school students can help focus their efforts to get into competitive colleges.  The article features a quote from Dr. Annalee Nissenholtz, head of college counseling at Horton Watkins.  I encourage everyone to read it, as it is one of the few articles I have seen that provides a wealth of accurate information about the college application process.

With regard to essays, a hot topic with seniors right now, the advice provided is quite good — when selling yourself in your essay, remember the key is sincerity and honesty.  An admissions officer can spot a phony person or essay in a heartbeat, and besides, you are trying to present a real person anyway!

Other information discussed with regard to SAT and ACT and AP — all good advice you can find me saying in this blog or on our website.

Bottom line…a thoughtful plan and due diligence can help anyone get to yes for college.  We have the plan, you bring the diligence!

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