Dr. Leah Beasley
Deferred...Now What?
There are many reasons a student’s application may be deferred or postponed (these terms are used synonymously by admissions). Admissions...
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Dr. Leah Beasley
Dec 12, 20221 min read
Class of 2023 Early Action and Early Decision Notification Dates
Wondering when you'll hear from your early action or early decision college? Here's the most reliable and updated list of early decision...
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Julie Simon
Dec 9, 20222 min read
When is Standardized Testing Optional
How standardized testing is used in the admissions process is more confusing than ever–even for people like me, whose job is to stay on...
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Julie Simon
Nov 4, 20223 min read
Applying to College and Dating—The Same Rules Apply
What not to do after submitting your early applications to colleges.
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Julie Simon
May 5, 20223 min read
I Got an Email from Princeton! Should I Apply?
“I got an email from Princeton,” a senior proudly told me when I visited her Maryland high school. The student with a 3.7 GPA and a 1350...
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Dr. Leah Beasley
Mar 15, 20224 min read
The Waiting Game: Navigating the College Waitlist
Your ultimate guide to the college waitlist—how the waitlist works, steps to take, and how to improve your chance of admission.
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Julie Simon
Mar 11, 20223 min read
A Tale of Two Lists
As we head into the latter part of junior year, we begin working with our students to finalize their colleges lists to ensure they are...
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Julie Simon
Feb 18, 20223 min read
Selective College Admissions—Why Yield Matters
Selective College Admissions—Why Yield Matters
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Dr. Leah Beasley
Jan 14, 20222 min read
Deferred...Now What?
There are many reasons why a student’s application may be deferred. Admissions officers may want to see grades from the fall...
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Julie Simon
May 16, 20213 min read
Lesson Four: I Like You. Do You Like Me?—Check Yes or No: The Case for Applying Early
This is the final post in our four-part series deconstructing highly selective college admissions. Going to miss this? Don’t worry, we’ll...
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Julie Simon
May 9, 20213 min read
Lesson Three: Applying is No Longer Enough to Demonstrate Interest
This is the third of four posts deconstructing highly selective college admissions. Stay tuned for more great information! Painting a...
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Julie Simon
Apr 29, 20212 min read
Lesson Two: Understanding College Enrollment Priorities
This is the second of four posts deconstructing highly selective college admissions. Stay tuned for more great information! Colleges and...
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Julie Simon
Apr 22, 20212 min read
Lesson One: Selective Admissions—More Science than Art
The following is the first of four posts deconstructing highly selective college admissions. Stay tuned for more great information! Leah...
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