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Rock Your College Interview
When students hear the word “College Interview,” many immediately begin to panic and freak out. I mean, who wouldn’t? Most students have...
May 19


What do college coaches want?
I asked college coaches what the most critical skill is they want from an incoming student-athlete; their answer most typically isn't...
May 19


Use Technology to Your Advantage
By now, I am sure everyone is sick of hearing the words "webinar" or "Zoom." I get it. I, too, can feel overwhelmed by the sheer...
May 19


Key to Success - Find Your Fit
Guest Post, Tony Brown, Vassar College Head Coach Vassar College Photo Credit: Vassar College Athletics When the high school rugby...
Apr 21


Email Control
Increase your chance of admission & recruitment with this ONE tip! This is the time of year when I do routine check-in meetings with all...
Apr 21


Kick Off Your College Application
The college application and essay process can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be! While I want you to enjoy your summer with your...
Mar 25


Summer Planning: Test Prep
Photo Credit: www.tutors-on-call.com As a prospective athlete, I know you have much on your plate. You’ve got classes, your practice and...
Mar 25


How to get the best letters of recommendation
By Kate Forman, Former Rugger’s Edge Advisor Photo Credit: Study.Com With the application season quickly approaching (faster than you...
Feb 26


Test-Blind vs. Test-Optional
With so many colleges adopting test-optional policies , many students are breathing a sigh of relief. But before you entirely scrap your...
Feb 25


Winter/Spring Counselor Checklist
It’s the start of a new year, and now is the perfect time to reflect on what went well this last semester and what you can improve on. ...
Jan 27


Service: Great for your Community & for College Applications
Why is community service important for colleges? For many colleges, the reason community service is important is less about the total...
Jan 27


Start Now
By Kate Forman, Former Rugger’s Edge Advisor It was late December when a student (a senior) told me he wanted to attend USC and play...
Dec 24, 2024


Use Your Summer Wisely
Yes, I know. It seems silly to even think about summer when there is snow on the ground (at least there is at my house right now!), but...
Dec 24, 2024


Now is the Time: Planning Ahead
If you’re starting your college exploration phase now (highly recommended for Grades 9 & 10 graders, and especially critical for Grade 11...
Dec 23, 2024


Winter Reading List
When the weather outside is frightful, staying curled up with a book is just so delightful! Here are some top books you should read...
Nov 26, 2024


Choosing a College Major in High School - Is it Necessary?
Here's a common question I am often asked - how important is it for my student to know their intended college major while in high school?...
Oct 15, 2024


How to Pay for College
Most families find it very easy to discuss the “fun” aspects of college planning—the beautiful campuses, the unique academic areas of...
Oct 15, 2024


Don’t Study Harder – Study Better!
Photo Credit: TheAtlantic.com It is no shock to anyone that grades are the most important piece of the admissions and athletic...
Sep 24, 2024


Fall College Advisor Check-In
Photo by LinkedIn Sales Solutions on Unsplash Seniors: By now, you should already be well underway (or at the very least have started)...
Aug 5, 2024


Frequently Asked Questions
Photo Credit: ThaiEmbassy.com As I present to various groups around the country, I am frequently asked a few of the same questions....
Jul 8, 2024
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