Overcoming The Curse of Knowledge

Overcoming The Curse of Knowledge

Why it’s difficult for exceptional students to avoid writing boring application essays About two years ago a candidate prepared an essay for a top notch school. Her numerical scores were exceptional: 4.0 GPA and a 33 on her ACT. She had extensive volunteer and...
Imagine Yourself Sitting In Front Of The Admissions Board

Imagine Yourself Sitting In Front Of The Admissions Board

You Have The Complete Attention Of The Entire Admissions Board. What Will You Share With Them That Will Set Your Application Apart? Deans of colleges have to review hundreds (or thousands) of applications each season prior to application deadlines.  Every applicant...