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Worried your high-achiever might be missing the mark for top colleges? Discover why deeper engagement in a single passion project can outweigh juggling endless activities—and how targeted summer planning can save time, money, and stress. Learn insider tips on research opportunities, navigating ‘Top 20’ program hype, and blending academic enrichment with personal development.

Worried your high-achiever might be missing the mark for top colleges? Discover why deeper engagement in a single passion project can outweigh juggling endless activities—and how targeted summer planning can save time, money, and stress. Learn insider tips on research opportunities, navigating ‘Top 20’ program hype, and blending academic enrichment with personal development.

Worried your high-achiever might be missing the mark for top colleges? Discover why deeper engagement in a single passion project can outweigh juggling endless activities—and how targeted summer planning can save time, money, and stress. Learn insider tips on research opportunities, navigating ‘Top 20’ program hype, and blending academic enrichment with personal development.

Meet our Director of College Advising, Kate Manire. With over a decade of experience, Kate combines mentorship and writing expertise to guide students toward their best-fit schools, ensuring every application stands out in today’s competitive admissions landscape.

Worried your student hasn’t done enough to stand out for college admissions? Learn why one sustained, passion-driven project can trump five surface-level activities this summer—and how to spot pitfalls like pay-to-play research programs.

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