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As August rolls in, high school seniors across the country are gearing up for one of the most critical aspects of the college application process: the supplemental essays. These essays provide a unique opportunity to showcase individuality, interests, and fit …
Preparing for the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) is a significant step for your child’s academic journey. Among the various sections of the exam, the essay section holds special importance. While the essay is not scored, it is sent to …
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 …