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 Building a college list can feel like a daunting task – there are over 2500 four-year colleges in the US, and yet, it can still feel as though admissions is so competitive since the colleges you tend to hear the most about are gaining more applicants and driving down acceptance rates every year. So how do you know what it takes to make a great college list, that’s not too big, not too small, not overreaching, underselling, or missing the mark? Here’s our advice for calming your nerves and building that just right college list – Start with you. The key to a great college list is rooted in just one thing – you. That’s right. It really can be just that simple. The most important factor in building your college list is knowing what matters most to you academically, socially, personally, and financially. When you prioritize what matters to you, you can choose colleges at every admissibility level that align with your vision. So dig in, and ask yourself for your honest answers to some k...

 With most students just about a week from the bliss of winter break, it can be tempting to hold off on finishing those applications, but… Here are three reasons not to wait… You need support from your school before winter break begins Note that winter break is not only a reprieve for students, but a time when schools are fully closed. This means when the last bell rings to start the vacation students will no longer have access to School Counselors, Teacher Recommenders, or Administrators whose support they may need to submit final materials. Students should take stock of their application requirements and ensure that any school transcripts, recommendations, High School Profiles, forms or other materials that may need to be sent from the school are taken care of in advance of break. This way, you ensure that your applications are fully complete in advance of upcoming January deadlines. If you discover on December 30th that a teacher’s recommendation or a transcript haven’t been s...