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Sawyer Earwood

What is a Letter of Continued Interest?

Wondering what a letter of continued interest is and if you should write one? In this post we offer our thoughts and advice on LOCIs.

Jessica Chermak, CEP, LPC

Does National Honor Society Look Good for College?

Congrats! You've been admitted into National Honors Society! But what does that mean and is it as impressive for college as everyone says?

Sawyer Earwood

Can My College Essay Be Sad?

Too often students feel pressured to write about a sad topic in their college essay, but that doesn't need to be the case.

Jessica Chermak, CEP, LPC

College Tour Highlights: New York City & Philadelphia

We reflect on our three-week college and university visit tour through New York City and Philadelphia.

Sawyer Earwood

How to Demonstrate Interest: After Applying

Just because a student has completed their application, doesn't mean demonstrated interest has lost its value.

Sawyer Earwood

How to Demonstrate Interest: Before Applying

What is demonstrated interest and how can students use it to bolster their application profile before applying to a college?

Sawyer Earwood

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) in College Admissions

Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate? Regardless of the choice, both could have significant impacts on college admissions.

Jessica Chermak, CEP, LPC

What's Up with the Waitlists in 2022?

College admissions often acts in a slightly unpredictable nature, but what happens when we see an unprecedented use of waitlists?

Jessica Chermak, CEP, LPC

Who Should I Ask for Letters of Recommendation?

Asking someone to write a letter of recommendation you'll never see can be daunting. Here's how to find your best advocate for the task.