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What Juniors and Their Families Need to Know About College Admissions — 2026 Edition
Real-World Insights From This Year’s Applicants — and a Clear Plan for the Year Ahead
 • Venkates "Swami" Swaminathan
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Just Do It: Becoming More Human in College
Why Creating Real Experiences Matters More Than Ever in the Age of AI. One bit of advice changed everything for Tanuj, from lost freshman to leading a…
 • Tanuj Iyengar
What You Need to Know After College Decisions Arrive
How to Process Decisions, Choose Thoughtfully, and Move Forward With Confidence
 • Laura Schadler
How AI Changes Career Planning in College (and High School)
A degree alone is no longer enough. Students must build real expertise, learn to use AI wisely, and develop the human qualities that machines cannot…
 • Venkates "Swami" Swaminathan
The ROI of a Creative Education
A creative education can be a strategic investment that helps students stand out in college admissions, thrive academically, and build adaptable…
 • Laura Schadler
What You Need to Know About Honors Colleges
Honors colleges aren't just “better” versions of the same school. Understanding what they are designed to offer can help students choose the right…
 • Venkates "Swami" Swaminathan
A New Year’s Reflection: Learning in Small Moments
A New Year’s reflection on how learning often begins in small moments of curiosity, and why students don’t need to wait for a classroom to find joy in…
 • Venkates "Swami" Swaminathan
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