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Behind the Super-Selective Admissions Curtain: Insider Tips from Former Admissions Officers at Harvard and More
Unlock the secrets to acing super-selective college admissions with insider tips from former Harvard, USC and Michigan admissions officers.

Julie Simon
Jul 25, 20243 min read


ACT Announces Significant Changes for 2025: Shorter Test and Optional Science Section
Starting spring 2025, the ACT will be shorter and offer an optional Science section, providing a more flexible and student-friendly test.
Dr. Leah Beasley, BCC President & Founder
Jul 16, 20242 min read


The Secret to College Waitlists
You’ve waited for a decision since submitting your application back in October and just received one. It isn’t a yes or no. It’s a maybe...

Julie Simon
Apr 4, 20244 min read


Basketball and College Admissions—It’s All Madness
The weekend was exciting as our daughters participated in March Madness Mania, carefully choosing their brackets based on school colors...

Julie Simon
Mar 20, 20243 min read


Why Didn't I Get Admitted to My Top Major?
“I didn’t get admitted to my intended major, but I know students with similar grades and test scores who were. Why is that?” Each year, I...

Julie Simon
Feb 12, 20243 min read


College Application Overload: When to Reconsider Your College List
Burned out after submitting early applications. It's ok to reconsider your coll

Julie Simon
Dec 6, 20232 min read


Understanding the Supreme Court's Ruling on Affirmative Action in College Admissions
We know that you may have questions regarding the Supreme Court decision on the use of affirmative action in college admissions. We've...
Dr. Leah Beasley, BCC President & Founder
Jun 29, 20231 min read


How State Residency Affects Selective College Admission Rates
“What do you mean UNC is a reach school for me? They have a 23% admit rate, and my grades and test scores are in the 50th percentile!”...

Julie Simon
Jun 23, 20232 min read


5 College Admissions Trends from the Class of 2023
“The seniors at my high school were slaughtered in this year’s admissions cycle,” a junior dramatically declared recently. He then asked...

Julie Simon
Jun 7, 20233 min read


Applying to College and Dating—The Same Rules Apply
What not to do after submitting your early applications to colleges.

Julie Simon
Nov 4, 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...

Julie Simon
May 5, 20223 min read


One College List Led to 7 Acceptances, the Other to 2—Here's Why
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...

Julie Simon
Mar 11, 20223 min read
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