College Admissions 101 - What Students & Parents Need to Know in 2026

Recently, I had the opportunity to present a college admissions workshop for Bluffton and Hilton Head, SC, students and parents (grades 8-12) in my neighborhood. If you would like to book a similar workshop for your neighborhood, school group, or parent group, please reach out.

Notable Current College Admissions Trends:

1. Test scores are making a comeback

2. Student involvement in their desired major is increasingly important

3. The South is where it's at for college locations

4. Starting early and being strategic is essential

Learn what colleges really look for, how to create impact with activities, how to write essays and resumes that stand out, testing strategies, how to reveal your character in college applications, and more.

College Admissions 101 March 2026.pdf

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