J. Duszak, Author at Avalon College Advising

Seeing Past College Rankings

College rankings have become a fixture in the college admissions process. Every year, magazines and websites publish lists of the “best” colleges in the country, and students and families are often influenced by these rankings as they make their college decisions. But it is important to remember that there are many other factors that should…

Starting Off (Your School Year) On The Right Foot

The start of the school year can be hectic, but it’s critical to get off on the right foot. Whether you are in your first year of high school or your last, you’ll want to approach your first month of school with a plan. Here are six ways to ensure this school year provides the…

The SAT Goes Digital.

Goodbye, penciled-in bubbles. Hello, digital SAT. By now you’ve probably heard that the SAT – the standardized test that has been a staple of college admissions for decades – is going digital. The test will only be offered in a fully digital format starting in the spring of 2024, and the PSAT – the practice…