Posts by Julia Duszak
Making the Most of Your Summers
The cold of January is still upon us, and it’s time to think warm thoughts: summer planning should start now! A student’s activities can make their college application far more attractive to a college. Through their activities, a student demonstrates curiosity, initiative, and effort, among other things. Colleges want to see commitment to extracurriculars throughout…
Read MoreThe Gift of Scholarship + Avalon Speaking Opportunities
Happy December! As the year draws to a close, we can’t help but think about the many wonderful students we’ve worked with this year. Their excitement, growth, and successes both big and small are what make our work so fulfilling. Avalon College Advising was founded with the commitment of providing all types of students with…
Read MoreAccepted, Deferred, or Denied: Next Steps for Early Action & Early Decision Results
If you applied Early Decision or Early Action to a school, you will likely be hearing back over the next several weeks. Below are some things to consider as you react and respond to your admission outcomes of acceptance, deferral or denial. If you have questions or would like support, let us know! The Avalon…
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