University of California
Ethan Sawyer
How to Write the UC Essay Prompts 2025/2026 (+ ...

This guide covers how to write the UC essay prompts (or PIQs) with exercises and essay examples to help you along the way.

Common App, Student Resources
Ethan Sawyer
How to Write a Successful Common App Activities ...

Write an impressive college activities list for your common app using this step-by-step guide and awesome activities list for college applications example, with notes on how to select the right verbs and to decide how many hours per week to list. 

How to Write a Successful Common App Activities List
Personal Statement
Ethan Sawyer
27 Outstanding College Essay Examples From Top ...

Use these outstanding college essay examples to learn how to write your personal statement and supplemental essays for the college application.

Supplemental Essays
Ethan Sawyer
Why This College Essay Guide + Examples

Stand out on your Why This College essay. Read our Why This College essay examples and follow our clear guidelines to make sure you avoid potential pitfalls, include essential details in your Why This School essay, and use our tried-and-true research tools.

Student Resources
Andrew Simpson
How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation for ...

Learn how to ask for a letter of recommendation for college with my comprehensive step-by-step guide and real-world examples

Student Resources

What Are College Prep Courses and Classes?

What Are College Prep Courses and Classes?

What exactly is meant by “college prep courses” can feel pretty unclear to students and families, so this guide talks through the various uses of the term to make it easier to understand how these things influence college applications.

What is a good MCAT score? A guide to the MCAT score range

What is a good MCAT score? A guide to the MCAT score range

The MCAT is one important factor in your med school applications—this guide explains how the test is scored, and helps you understand what constitutes a good MCAT score.

What do colleges look for in students?

What do colleges look for in students?

It can be incredibly confusing for students and their families as to what exactly colleges are looking for in students and applications, so this guide will talk you through everything you need to know.

The Wharton Global Youth Program: What is it, and is it worth it?

The Wharton Global Youth Program: What is it, and is it worth it?

Many students and families wonder whether the Wharton Global Youth Program is worth applying to and attending—this guide walks you through what you should consider.

LSAT optional law schools

LSAT optional law schools

The LSAT is one of the hardest aspects of the law school application process—but many schools have made the LSAT optional. Read on to understand whether you need to take the LSAT.

How long does it take to get an MBA?

How long does it take to get an MBA?

Because there are many different options for how you get your MBA, how long it takes to get your MBA can vary—this guide discusses various timelines depending on your path and goals.

A Guide to the M7, T15, and T20 Business Schools

A Guide to the M7, T15, and T20 Business Schools

Depending on your career goals, attending an M7, T15, or T20 business school can be an important step, so this guide explains each term’s meaning and offers a breakdown of each business school.

A Guide to MBA Concentrations

A Guide to MBA Concentrations

There are many possible MBA concentrations to choose from, each offering different paths. This guide walks through different concentrations and factors to consider when choosing between them.

Crash Course on How to Pay for College (Using as Little of Your Own Money as Possible)

Crash Course on How to Pay for College (Using as Little of Your Own Money as Possible)

How exactly to pay for college without going into debt can seem like an enigma—so this guide by financial aid expert Amanda Miller offers easy steps to figure it out.

T14 Law Schools (2025-2026)

T14 Law Schools (2025-2026)

This guide explains the T14 Law School rankings, offers information on each law school and advice on how to apply, and discusses common criticism of the ranking systems