Dr. Shemmassian 12/20/19 Dr. Shemmassian 12/20/19

Asian American Discrimination in College Admissions: Myths, Facts, and Strategies

Does being Asian affect your child’s chances of acceptance to their top-choice college?

Dr. Shemmassian 11/15/19 Dr. Shemmassian 11/15/19

How to Write An Outstanding Career Goals Essay for MBA Programs

A step-by-step approach to conquering the most important part of your MBA application, with a full-length Career Goals Essay example worthy of Harvard Business School

Dr. Shemmassian 10/5/19 Dr. Shemmassian 10/5/19

Should I Apply to College as an Undecided Major?

Should you apply to college as undecided or declare a major? Discover how your choice affects admissions chances, explore the pros and cons, and make the right decision.

Dr. Shemmassian 9/24/19 Dr. Shemmassian 9/24/19

Should You Take a Gap Year After College?

Learn whether a gap year after college graduation is right for you, with insights on jobs, travel, skill-building, and long-term career outcomes.

Dr. Shemmassian 9/13/19 Dr. Shemmassian 9/13/19

How to Ace Your MBA Interviews

Master MBA interview questions with expert guidance on behavioral, leadership, and fit questions to stand out and get into your dream MBA program.

Dr. Shemmassian 8/12/19 Dr. Shemmassian 8/12/19

Law Schools in California: How to Get In

Discover what it takes to get into law schools in California, including admissions requirements, competitiveness, and expert strategies to stand out.

Dr. Shemmassian 7/26/19 Dr. Shemmassian 7/26/19

The Perfect MBA Resume

What your resume needs to look like to get into the business school of your dreams, plus a full-length MBA resume example

Dr. Shemmassian 7/12/19 Dr. Shemmassian 7/12/19

Don’t Know What to Do After College? A Practical Guide to Help You Decide

8 options for students without post graduation plans

Dr. Shemmassian 7/5/19 Dr. Shemmassian 7/5/19

The Ideal MBA Application Timeline

Decide whether to apply round 1 vs round 2 and learn how to maximize your odds of getting accepted

Dr. Shemmassian 6/21/19 Dr. Shemmassian 6/21/19

IB vs AP: Which one is better for college admissions?

Discover the key differences between AP and IB classes, which is harder, and which one helps you stand out most on your college applications.

Dr. Shemmassian 6/7/19 Dr. Shemmassian 6/7/19

How to Write Amazing Ivy League Essays (Examples Included)

Learn what Ivy League admissions committees look for in essays and discover strategies, tips, and examples to craft standout college application essays.

Dr. Shemmassian 5/31/19 Dr. Shemmassian 5/31/19

How to Get Into Nursing School: The Ultimate Guide

A complete guide to applying to nursing programs, including strategies for writing a compelling personal statement that impresses admissions committees.

Dr. Shemmassian 5/3/19 Dr. Shemmassian 5/3/19

How to Find Internships for High School Students

Everything you need to know about high school internships, including how to cold email for an internship

Dr. Shemmassian 3/20/19 Dr. Shemmassian 3/20/19

The College Admissions Puzzle: How the 8 Main Pieces Fit Together and Affect Which Schools Your Child Gets Into

This article is also featured on The Huffington Post.

To help you better understand the college application evaluation process, I have highlighted the 8 primary elements of most college applications, including what they represent to admissions committees, and what they don’t.

Carefully considering what story will be told through the various pieces of your child’s college application will help your family make more informed decisions when it comes to your child’s academics and extracurricular pursuits. Collectively, better decisions will improve your child’s admissions odds at his or her top-choice schools.

Dr. Shemmassian 3/15/19 Dr. Shemmassian 3/15/19

The Costco Essay: What Makes It So Good?

Learn exactly why the Costco essay was so impressive to Ivy League admissions officers and how to select your own unique essay topic

Dr. Shemmassian 2/19/19 Dr. Shemmassian 2/19/19

How To Choose A College That’s Right For You

Learn how to choose the right college for you by focusing on fit, academics, finances, and goals—instead of rankings—to make a confident, informed decision.