As the 2022-2023 college admission cycles wraps up, we’d like to share some trends we’ve observed, including those from colleagues in the educational consulting world.

How do you prepare your child for college? What can you do right now? Whether your child is a toddler or a teenager in high school here are some steps you can take to maximize your child’s college application before high school and our top tips for what to focus on in high school.

We are still reeling from the “Operation Varsity Blues” college admissions scandal. The first reaction was shock, followed closely by disbelief. As the media continues to hammer away at the story that is still sprouting ugly, far-reaching tentacles, we are amazed at the scope of the scheme and the depths, both legal and moral, to which parents will sink to ensure the “best” for their children.

Few things strike more terror into a student’s heart than the thought of the college essay or personal statement. Don’t worry! With our tips, checklist, and plenty of time to practice with the prompts, you can reframe that fear into a feeling of supreme gratitude for what is actually a gift! The essay is your chance to showcase all the great things about you that can’t possibly be reflected in the yes-no-how-many application questions. 

How to talk to your child about the rising cost of college tuition 

The truth is you may not need a college consultant! Here are three ways to approach this part of your child’s educational journey. Your child’s high school counselor can provide support for the application process, you can tackle it on your own, or you and your child can work with a professional college consultant.

The Orlando Sentinel explores the connection between income level and college acceptance in Florida state schools.