How NOT to ask for a letter of recommendation
A letter of recommendation is an essential part of many scholarship, college, and [...]
Turning your Hobby into a Resume Rave
This is a guest post written by Suzanne Shaffer, the founder of Parents Countdown [...]
Finding the reference that will make you shine
The references you list on your application or resume are truly the people [...]
How to make your resume stand out
A major question among both students and adults is ‘how do I make [...]
Expert Interview: Frances Wong
Our College-Prep Expert Interview series gives parents and students an opportunity to meet [...]
How to keep up with college-prep deadlines
Keeping up with deadlines for college applications, standardized tests, financial aid, and scholarships [...]
6 College Interview Secrets
This is a guest blog post written by Suzanne Shaffer, who counsels parents in [...]
How to Write Your Common App Activities List
This is a guest blog post written by Ethan Sawyer, The College Essay Guy. [...]
Tips for Creating a Resume
Building a resume is a valuable and necessary skill at any age. Many [...]