Early Admission

With all the uncertainty the pandemic has brought to 2020's high school seniors and their college admissions timeline, it's really no wonder that many seniors are looking for a little stability right now. More than any other year, students want…

When applying to colleges, students might be making crucial mistakes without even realizing it. When writing their essays, asking for letters of recommendation, and even when listing their classes on the Common App, students might be making silly mistakes that…

If you missed our Q&A sessions with Moon Prep Counselor, Lindsey C, don't worry! You can still catch the recording to learn more about the college admissions process. In the recording we cover things like: - Does your major matter?…

If you got into a school Early Decision, but now are having doubts, what can you do? The rules of ED are confusing because while the decision is not legally binding, you are bound by an honor code to attend.…

If you have been rejected from your ED or EA choice, now is the time to start considering your options. The window for Early Decision II is fast closing and can be your last chance to get admitted before spring.…

If you’ve read about tactics for improving your college applications, you may have heard the phrase “demonstrated interest.” What “demonstrated interest” means is your level of engagement and sincerity when researching and interacting with a school you may apply to.…

Deferred: the limbo of college admissions. You are not accepted, but not rejected either. A deferred applicant was not a strong enough contender to be accepted early admission, so now they are in the regular admission pool with the masses.…

The numbers don't lie; more than 60,000 college and university alumni groups are active on LinkedIn, making it a valuable resource for college-bound students. Yet, most high school students I work with do not have a LinkedIn profile. Many believe…

Autumn is here with its characteristic signs, such as changing foliage, cooler temperatures, and pumpkin spice lattes. Another anticipated event that comes with the arrival of fall is college application deadlines. Seniors are created their college lists and determining which…

When applying to college, students are faced with a decision before they even begin the application. Do I apply early decision? Early action? Restrictive early action? Regular decision? NACAC (National Association for College Admission Counseling) has a flier that explains…