Mitigating College Costs

For most families, the financial fit is a key part of building a college list. These families realize that being able to pay college costs is just as important as being admitted. It is a good idea to understand your family budget, financial aid practices, and where...
Decisions, Decisions…….

Decisions, Decisions…….

Advantages and Disadvantages to Application Deadlines By: Austin Curwen  8.16.22 College counseling is no different from many processes with lots of small parts making up the larger whole.  One of the primary reasons families will hire an independent consultant is...
The Role of Legacies in College Admissions

The Role of Legacies in College Admissions

By Austin Curwen, College Consultant Annapolis College Consulting One thing that is bandied about quietly among college admissions professionals is whether students receive preference as a legacy candidate.  What is this you ask?  Put simply, an advantage if a parent...