Ah, the Common App personal statement. It’s like the final boss in a video game, but instead of a sword, you’ve got a keyboard, and instead of saving the world, you’re trying to impress a bunch of college admissions folks. …
Navigating the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) options can be completely overwhelming. Not only do you have to rush to sign up when registration opens on August 1st, but there’s at least three different categories for Testing Location alone. With …
Applying to college can feel overwhelming, but breaking it down into manageable chunks can help you stay organized and on track. At Mulholland Prep, our rockstar college counselors use “buckets” to help their students address all the different components of …
If you are planning to take the SAT this year, you’ll be taking the new Digital SAT, otherwise known as the dSAT. This isn’t your standard all-virtual or all-paper test, rather it’s a mix of both. To be fully prepared …
Everybody dreads the process, but guess what? You are not the first person to ask for a Letter of Recommendation. Most teachers and counselors have written tons of letters for various students over the years, and they’ll likely be flattered …
The ISEE stands for Independent School Entrance Exam. So, it’s exactly what you think. The exam is designed to evaluate the academic abilities of students applying for admission to independent schools. Scores helps schools make informed admissions decisions, since they …
Being waitlisted doesn’t necessarily mean rejection. It just means that the school had way more incredible, qualified applicants than they knew what to do with! But while you’re giving them space, is there anything to do? Um, yes! Respond right …
The big first question is, “Do I really have to take one of these tests?” And, unfortunately, there’s no really perfect answer. The college admissions world is highly conflicted about the ACT/SAT and their role within college admissions. Most studies …
Starting March 2024, you’ll experience the all-new digital SAT. Here’s some of what you can expect: You bring your own device. On test day, you are responsible for bringing your fully charged testing device with the testing application installed ahead …
This year is filling up with sparkly new college admissions platforms. From the dSAT to this swanky 2024-2025 FAFSA form, there is a greater push towards digital and user-friendly designs. However, that doesn’t negate the complete whirlwind that applying for …