The Junior Agenda
12/05/2026
Juniors, here are tips on what to do as you embark on your college admissions journey.
We at A Starting Line love data, and we analyze all kinds of data to help our clients be strategic…
In addition to deciding what colleges to apply to — and how many — you’ll also have to choose among…
How Do I Tackle the Personal Statement?
10/05/2026
The personal statement can be intimidating. For many students, it’s one of the first times they attempt expository writing about…
How Do I Find the Best College Fit?
10/05/2026
Once you’ve thought about your student and the kind of environment where they’ll thrive, it’s time to take a closer…
How Should We Research Colleges?
10/05/2026
Once you’ve thought about your student and the kind of environment where they’ll thrive, it’s time to take a closer…
ADHD is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children and adults. It is genetically based and can pass down from parent to…
We all know that colleges want to see that a student has participated in extracurricular activities and community service. We…
How to Help your Student be More Productive
10/05/2026
We all find it challenging to stay productive at this time of year. So many distractions pull our attention away…
Time is of the essence as your high school junior builds, researches, and narrows down their college application list. This…
Institutional Need and College Acceptances
10/05/2026
How do institutional priorities impact college admissions? We often hear parents say things like “my kid has a great GPA and…
As children transition into adulthood, parents often overlook crucial legal documents that can provide essential protection and guidance during medical…