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January 15, 2019

How to Get the Best Letters of Recommendation for College (Sample Included)

January 15, 2019/ Dr. Shemmassian
How to Get the Best Letters of Recommendation for College (Sample Included)

Whom, when, and how to ask for college recommendation letters that can help your child get into their dream school

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July 29, 2018

[Video] The myth of the ‘perfect’ application: How to turn weaknesses into strengths

July 29, 2018/ Dr. Shemmassian
[Video] The myth of the ‘perfect’ application: How to turn weaknesses into strengths

My interview w/ Dr. Maggie Wray

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February 21, 2018

Graduate School Statement of Purpose: The Ultimate Guide

February 21, 2018/ Dr. Shemmassian
Graduate School Statement of Purpose: The Ultimate Guide

Timeless strategies to conquer your essay, stand out, and get into your dream doctorate or master's program

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September 18, 2017

[Video] What SAT or ACT score do you need to get into an Ivy League school?

September 18, 2017/ Dr. Shemmassian

A data-informed answer to an age-old question

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June 06, 2017

[Video] When Should High School Students Begin Working on Their College Applications?

June 06, 2017/ Dr. Shemmassian
[Video] When Should High School Students Begin Working on Their College Applications?

Learn why it's important to get a head start, plus what your child should do before working on their college applications.

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February 09, 2017

[Video] Which is Better: A "B" in an Honors or AP Class or an "A" in a Regular Class?

February 09, 2017/ Dr. Shemmassian
[Video] Which is Better: A "B" in an Honors or AP Class or an "A" in a Regular Class?

Learn what college admissions would rather see on your child's transcript.

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March 03, 2015

How to Start a College Essay to Wow Admissions Committees

March 03, 2015/ Dr. Shemmassian
How to Start a College Essay to Wow Admissions Committees

Learn how to start a college essay to capture readers at first glance

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