by Conscious College Planning | Sep 7, 2026 | College Admissions
Applying for college can provoke anxiety in even the most conscientious of students, and there may be no portion of the application that causes fear like the college essay. Students tend to build the essay up in their mind to the point that it is an impossible task; a...
by Conscious College Planning | Aug 12, 2026 | College Admissions
Every parent wants their child to grow up healthy, happy, and to have a satisfying and successful career. For many parents, the path to achieving this goal is to ensure their student attends a university that provides a stellar education. However, while parents can...
by Conscious College Planning | Jul 9, 2026 | Aptitude Testing
It can be overwhelming to be a high school student. Teachers, parents, and guidance counselors may pressure a student to figure out exactly what they want to do after high school. But with so many options, it can be confusing for a student to figure out what career...
by Conscious College Planning | Jun 10, 2026 | Aptitude Testing
If your child is struggling to find their purpose, aptitude testing is an effective tool to help point them in the right direction. An aptitude is an innate talent or the natural ability to learn a specific skill or excel in a particular area. While many people can...
by Conscious College Planning | May 12, 2026 | College-Prep
Many students mistakenly believe that preparing for college begins their senior year of high school. This is a false belief; students should begin thinking about the colleges they wish to apply to, and their strategy for getting into the university of their choice,...
by Conscious College Planning | Apr 10, 2026 | College Admissions
The college your child chooses to attend will have a profound impact on the rest of their life. The university your child chooses will be where they meet lifelong friends. It will inform their perspectives and opinions on life, and will be where they develop into the...
by Conscious College Planning | Mar 16, 2026 | College Admissions
The cost of college has skyrocketed in the past decade. The average cost of college (tuition, plus room and board) in the United States is roughly $38,000. Less if your child stays in-state and goes to a public institution ($27,000 on average), and more if they attend...
by Conscious College Planning | Feb 10, 2026 | Aptitude Testing
For many parents, investing in their child’s future is worth an upfront cost. Parents may pay for academic tutors, standardized testing coaches, and consultants who can assist students with applying to colleges. However, it is common for parents to be overwhelmed by...
by Conscious College Planning | Jan 12, 2026 | Aptitude Testing
I have written extensively about how aptitude testing can help students choose a major to study in college. Aptitude testing gives students insight into their strengths and weaknesses. It also helps them zero in on career paths that they can excel at and will enjoy....
by Conscious College Planning | Dec 4, 2025 | College Admissions
Applying for college can be a daunting task for a young person. On one hand, it can feel as though there is no room for individual personality–they are asked to upload grades, test scores, list individual achievements–black and white facts that leave no room for...
