Margo BartschApr 211 minA Good Essay May Sway a College’s Decision“I’m going to college!” is the typical high school senior’s Instagram posting in April. The class of 2026 boasted a 14 percent increase...
Margo BartschMar 241 minThe College Essay Can Tip the Balance in the Admissions Process“College admissions is not about you, the prospective student or parent of a student. It’s about the college.” Jeffrey Selingo said in...
Ben GoseMar 201 minThe Rise of an Essay CoachWhile applying for a master’s degree in clinical psychology at Columbia University, the initial draft was to focus on the future, rather...
Margo BartschFeb 241 minBecause of the Pandemic Economy, Opportunities to Go into Teaching AboundIn his 1991 Academy Award speech, George Lucas gave a shout out to teachers: “… all of us who make motion pictures are teachers, teachers...
Margo BartschJan 271 minThe Great Resignation: Resume Ready!The pandemic has brought two phrases to the economy: The Great Resignation and The Big Quit. In both cases, people are redefining what...
Margo BartschDec 16, 20211 minEarly Birds Catch Worms: College Application TrendsThe phrase, ‘The early bird catches the worm,” as defined by Dictionary.com, highlights “One who arrives first has the best chance for...
Margo BartschSep 21, 20211 minThere’s More to College Rankings than Meets the EyeBuying a house and paying for college are two of the biggest expenses for families. To help people decide, there are various rankings;...
Margo BartschSep 15, 20211 minUnlock Hidden Skills: Try It, You Might Like ItEducation is known to be the key to success. However, the pandemic has changed the way we think about learning and interaction. Read more...
Margo BartschAug 12, 20211 minGet In Gear for Back to SchoolThe “Ready for School” advertising campaigns for supplies, clothing and dorm gear are full steam ahead across all media. However,...
Margo BartschJul 15, 20211 minLights, Camera, Move In!Back to school already? With colleges opening in a month or so, now is the time to develop you campus check list. Read more at:...
Margo BartschApr 11, 20211 minDon’t Leave College Applications to ChanceThe Monopoly board game has the infamous “Go to Jail” card and Chance and Community Chest cards. The player is at a crossroads to pay $50...
Margo BartschMar 31, 20211 minChoosing High School Classes with an Eye toward College As high school students start to choose next fall’s classes, the upperclassmen will soon be referred to as rising juniors and seniors....
Margo BartschMar 18, 20211 min You’re On the Waitlist, Now What?With one year of the Pandemic behind us, many high school seniors are receiving college acceptances during this untraditional application...
Margo BartschMar 11, 20211 minGap Year Option Appeal Increases during PandemicWhen President Obama’s oldest daughter, Malia, took a gap year after high school graduation in 2016, many wondered, “What is a gap year...
Margo BartschFeb 25, 20211 minCollege Course Roadmap: Evolving Academic InterestsBy the end of March, colleges will be notifying high school seniors of their acceptances, while college students will be registering for...
Margo BartschFeb 11, 20211 minCollege App Assessments Are Changing, But Writing Isn’t Going AwayAs the Covid-19 pandemic hits the one-year mark, many changes to the college admissions process have become the new normal. During this...
Margo BartschJan 14, 20211 minHitting the Road from Home: College Visits during the PandemicWith the start of the new year, the tradition of college road trips during February Break should be on the radar. How can road trips...
Margo BartschJul 7, 20201 minCollege Applications as a Marketing Campaign What do marketing campaigns and college applications have in common? Both require a process to frame a story and create a memorable...
Margo BartschMay 3, 20171 minCollege Admissions: Expect the UnexpectedWith April break behind us and college decisions due by May 1, this is the time to reflect on the latest college trends. For the past two...
Margo BartschJan 28, 20151 minThe Road to College: Five Tips on How to PrepareThe kick-off to college acceptances began last month with the early notifications for the 2014-15 college admissions season. In the 10...
The Rise of an Essay CoachWhile applying for a master’s degree in clinical psychology at Columbia University, the initial draft was to focus on the future, rather...
Northwestern Luminaries: Keeping Track of the Wonderful AlumsAs admissions to the top colleges become more and more competitive, students are looking for ways to stand above the crowd in the...
Want to Get into a Top College?If you’re thinking your child has a year or two to get with the program, guess again. Read more at: https://www.dailyherald.com/news/2007...