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Is a College Admissions Consultant Worth It? An Honest Answer for Massachusetts Families

Every spring, the same conversation happens at dinner tables across Topsfield, Brookline, and Lexington. Your kid’s junior year is winding down. The neighbor’s daughter just got into Georgetown with help from a college admissions consultant. Your brother-in-law says it’s all a scam. You have no idea what to believe. So let’s be honest about this. […]

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Exploring Popular College Options Abroad for the US Student

I spend a lot of my time working with families on US college applications, but some of my favorite conversations are with families open to something different. I started my career in education in Spain, so when a student wants to attend university abroad, I lean in. The problem is that looking at international universities

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When Does It Actually Make Sense to Take the AP Exam?

Every spring, families face the same question: should my kid sit for the AP exam? Maybe they’re in an AP class and feeling shaky about it. Maybe they self-studied a subject and want to give it a shot. Or maybe their school is nudging them to take every exam available, and they’re not sure that’s

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Standardized Testing: What Every High School Parent Should Know

For many families, standardized testing feels like one more moving piece in an already busy high school journey. Between academics, extracurriculars, and college planning, it’s easy to feel unsure about when to start, which test to choose, and how much preparation is actually necessary. The good news: with a clear plan and the right support,

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How to Apply to College Abroad: A Step-by-Step Guide for US Families

Thinking about applying to college outside the US? Here is a step-by-step guide for American families navigating international university admissions. Going to college outside of the United States can be a fulfilling and life-changing experience for students. Yet the process of managing timelines, understanding differences in application requirements, and knowing where to apply can feel

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