Admissions Advice Archives

Real Talk About College Essays: In Conversation with UChicago and USC

Read highlights from our webinar, “Real Talk About College Essays: In Conversation with UChicago and USC.”

Should You Write the Optional “Covid Essay”?

While everyone has been affected by the pandemic to some degree, you should only respond to the Covid essay prompt if you’ve been extraordinarily impacted.

Making the Most of Your Common App: In Conversation with Tulane and Penn State Admissions

Watch and read highlights from our webinar, “Making the Most of Your Common App: In Conversation with Tulane and Penn State Admissions.”

Fall 2021 Advice for Rising Freshmen

Although college application time may seem like a long way off, there are plenty of things you can do in your freshman year to set yourself up for success.

Is Early Decision Right for You?

Applying Early Decision to your top-choice school can seem like an appealing option. But before you go ahead and apply ED, ask yourself these six questions.

What Colleges Care About in a Pandemic

After an unusual pandemic year, find out what colleges care about most.

When and How to Contact Admissions Officers

Read our advice on when and how to contact admissions officers.

Peace Corps

You might know someone who’s spent a year or two in Africa, South America, or Central Asia as a Peace Corps volunteer. Peace Corps volunteers are sent all over the world to assist communities with Education issues, Youth and Community Development, Agriculture, Public Health, and other areas of need. Peace Corps volunteers not only have […]