College Admissions

Brendan Barnard writes in Forbes: "If you had my resume in hand, you would see the schools, positions, and places that I have worked. You would also learn that I studied Spanish and psychology at a small liberal arts college…

Does it matter much what you post on my social media accounts?  Do admissions officers look at applicant's social media?  In a word, yes, almost 30% of college admissions officers may check out your social media account, especially if they are…

As lifelong educators now certified independent educational consultants who have worked with college-going students for over 40 years, we are saddened and dismayed by the recent events identifying how some families have been able to “buy” college admission for their…

Juniors and seniors are encouraged to take these college entrance exams. Most school counseling offices also have these dates. SAT Test Dates (Register here) October 7;  Register by September 8 November 4: Register by October 5 December 2; Register by November…

Don’t be an “April Fool” when it comes to getting into college! Getting into college should not be like an April Fool's joke. The only part of the joke that is not really funny is that if you don't prepare yourself and…

The answer to this question is, “It all depends!” The ForwarDirections coaches have just finished helping students complete college applications for both public and private schools, so we know how much time this process can take. Here are the estimated…