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Our Family’s College Journey (Part I)

Written by Megan Dorsey on May 20, 2025.

For the next couple of weeks I’m going to share details about my family’s college admissions experience with our son— things we did better, factors beyond our control, and how you might learn from...

Should You Take the SAT or ACT Essay?

Written by Megan Dorsey on March 4, 2025.

As you register for the ACT / SAT, you might see an option to add the written essay portion. Should you? Could it help your scores or chances of admission? While the written essay was once a common...

Are Your Scores & Grades Good Enough?

Written by Megan Dorsey on February 27, 2025.

As we head into spring, I start hearing from students I have helped with college applications. Already I’ve received good news from many of my college essay workshop participants. One way...

How to Get SAT / ACT Accommodations

Written by Megan Dorsey on February 20, 2025.

In my last blog, I shared a video detailing the spring 2025 changes to SAT accommodations. You can see it HERE. A number of people asked what they needed to do to receive extra time or other accommodations....

2025 Changes to College Board Accommodations

Written by Megan Dorsey on February 6, 2025.

How will the recent changes to College Board accommodations affect you? Some changes are minor, but some will have significant impact on test takers.

The Power of Letting Your Teen Fail: Preparing for Independence

Written by Megan Dorsey on January 28, 2025.

Parenting a teenager can feel like walking a tightrope. You want to support your child while also fostering their independence. One of the most effective ways to do this? Let them experience small...

How Long Does It Take to Prep for the SAT/ACT?

Written by Megan Dorsey on January 24, 2025.

I enjoy working jigsaw puzzles. Over the holidays I was shopping for some new puzzles and came across a Q&A on one manufacturer’s website. “How long should it take to complete a 1000...

What should juniors be doing once they finish with the ACT / SAT?

Written by Megan Dorsey on January 16, 2025.

Last week I wrote about why juniors need to take the ACT/SAT and the factors families should consider when scheduling testing and preparation (read HERE if you missed it). This week I want...

What Juniors Need to do This Year for the SAT / ACT

Written by Megan Dorsey on January 9, 2025.

Taking the SAT or ACT is an important part of planning for college admissions. The timing of these tests can impact not only scores but also the overall college application experience. (No one wants...

2025: Update on ACT / SAT Changes

Written by Megan Dorsey on December 18, 2024.

This year marked a major change in college admissions testing: the SAT began fully digital exams back in March. Although there were small-scale issues, overall the switch from a paper and pencil exam...