Most students leave everything for senior year. Here's what actually belongs in each grade, from freshman GPA and the PSAT to SAT superscoring, college lists, and the four fall deadlines that shape senior year.
The hard part isn't always getting in. For many first-generation families, it's figuring out how to pay for it -- FAFSA, CSS Profile, need-based aid, and merit aid, explained clearly.
Alessandra Arioni · July 2026 · 7 min read
Seven prompts, one subject: you. A clear, step-by-step way to pick the Common App prompt that fits your story -- plus what the data says about which prompts are most crowded and how to stand out.
Paola Simon · June 2026 · 6 min read
Many top universities have brought back SAT requirements. Others are still test-optional. This guide cuts through the confusion -- telling you exactly what to do based on your student's profile and target schools.
Maria Fernanda Irias · June 2026 · 8 min read
Most students start too late. Here's exactly what to do in 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade -- from building extracurriculars to hitting the Early Action deadline.
Roberto Hasbun · May 2026 · 7 min read
Straight answers for Latino students and parents who want to know how selective admissions actually works in 2026 -- no fluff, no intimidation.
Maria Fernanda Castro Wu · April 2026 · 8 min read
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