Admission Resources

Senior fall is about turning what you learned last year into action. You’re moving from exploring to executing. And here’s how: The 6 F’s of Fit (credit to Vanessa Montorsi) Use these to help finalize your list: Focus: Academic interests (and the freedom to change them). Fellowship: Community, clubs, sports, campus vibe. Financial Fit: Net cost, not sticker price—run each school’s Net Price Calculator. Future: Outcomes, internships, alumni network. Family: Distance, support needs, logistics. Feel:

Colleges have long asked students to show what they know, through grades, essays, test scores, or activities. But now a handful of top schools are experimenting with something less traditional: how well applicants can talk to people they disagree with. Six universities, including Columbia, Northwestern, and the University of Chicago, are now accepting “Dialogues portfolios” as an optional piece of the application. These portfolios don’t reveal a student’s political leanings; instead, they highlight how they’ve

It’s September, which means seniors everywhere are staring down one of the most important parts of the college application: the essay. Your personal statement is your chance to show admissions officers who you are beyond grades and scores, and the best essays are never written the night before they’re due. That’s why we recommend that seniors START NOW. To make it easier, we’ve rounded up some incredible free resources,  podcasts, videos, and blogs, to help

At CollegeConsulting.US, our mission is simple: help the country’s highest-performing high schoolers reach their full collegiate potential. Over the years, we’ve guided students, building the skills, strategy, and confidence they need to earn dream school acceptances…year after year. In our newest video we highlight these successes. These are real students with real results, from full scholarships to Ivy League admissions. Jack Delehey, our founder, walks you through standout stories like: Emily – Boosted her College

August can be the strategic launchpad for your academic year. Let’s make it count. This month isn’t just prepping you for school, it’s setting the tone for how you show up in essays, applications, and your first semester. An intentional August builds momentum, and confidence, for the year ahead. Here’s what you can do before classes start: 1. Cement Your College List with Purpose Use August to refine your balanced list of reach, match, and

What’s more impressive on a college application: being a member of five different school clubs, or being a professional Fortnite player?The answer might surprise you. We’re always looking for powerful examples of what truly works in admissions, which is why I’m so excited to share a new interview our founder, Jack Delehey, recorded with one of our all-star former students (turned member of our team) Jack Beecher.Now a thriving sophomore at Dartmouth, Jack Beecher shares