Adrianne Owings
10 Ways Middle Schoolers Can Prepare for the College Admissions Process
As the college admissions process becomes more competitive, the earlier you can start planning, the better — even as early as middle school.
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Adrianne Owings
- Jun 10
- 5 min
Social Media and the College Admissions Process
Most high schoolers today have some form of social media, but how does what you post online impact your college applications? Social...
Alyssa Knapp
- Mar 18
- 4 min
Humanities Degrees: Are They Worth It? Tips for the Aspiring Humanities Major
The emphasis on STEM in today’s society can leave students who prefer humanities subjects feeling as if pursuing their passion will leave...
H&C Education
- Feb 1
- 13 min
How to Get Into the Ivy League
Harvard. Princeton. Yale. Columbia. They’re some of the most prestigious schools in the world. For many students, attending one of them...
H&C Education
- Dec 9, 2021
- 8 min
Top Summer Programs for High School Students
Summer time presents high school students with a great opportunity to pursue their passions outside of the classroom and gain recognition...
Adrianne Owings
- Oct 19, 2021
- 7 min
How to Create Your Common App Activities List
If you’re currently working on your Common Application, you’ve probably come across the activities section, but you may not be sure how...
Adrianne Owings
- Oct 1, 2021
- 7 min
10 Leadership Awards for High School Students
High school students who have exhibited exemplary leadership in their extracurriculars and academics have the opportunity to win awards.
Adrianne Owings
- Sep 2, 2021
- 4 min
How to Create An Art Portfolio for Your College Applications
Whether you’re a painter, singer, sculptor, or architect, an art portfolio can add a new dimension to your application and bring your extrac
Racquel Bernard
- Aug 19, 2021
- 6 min
What is the "Holistic Approach" in the College Admissions Process?
What is the "holistic approach" in college admissions? Former Dartmouth Admissions Officer Racquel offers her perspective on the term.
Adrianne Owings
- Jul 22, 2021
- 6 min
Meet an H&C Student: Ahmad Alsheikh (Harvard ‘24)
Meet Ahmed Alsheikh, a Syrian refugee and current Harvard student who worked with H&C throughout his college admissions journey.
H&C Education
- Jul 8, 2021
- 4 min
The Ultimate Summer Guide for Rising Seniors
Wondering how to spend your last summer of high school? Hoping to maximize your chances of admission to great colleges in the fall?
Adrianne Owings
- Jul 1, 2021
- 3 min
5 Performance & Public Speaking Competitions for High Schoolers
Here are 5 of the largest national competitions in performance and public speaking disciplines.
Adrianne Owings
- Jun 17, 2021
- 4 min
How to Study Abroad in High School
If you enjoy traveling, learning new languages, and going on new adventures, you should consider studying abroad during high school.
Adrianne Owings
- Jun 3, 2021
- 4 min
10 Writing Competitions for High School Students in 2021-2022
Writing competitions are a great way for high school students to showcase their talents and gain recognition for their work.
Adrianne Owings
- Apr 29, 2021
- 4 min
Planning the Summer Before Your First Year of High School
The transition from being a middle schooler to high schooler can be a stressful one for many students, as it involves a variety of...
Racquel Bernard
- Apr 22, 2021
- 4 min
20 Ways to Demonstrate Leadership From Home
The move to social distance and work from home due the pandemic challenges students to re-think extracurricular activities. While the...
Adrianne Owings
- Apr 22, 2021
- 6 min
Update on the 2020-2021 College Admissions Cycle
By this point, many colleges and universities have concluded their Regular Decision processes, notified applicants, and released their...
Adrianne Owings
- Apr 10, 2021
- 5 min
How to Make the Most of Your Summer in High School
With summer quickly approaching, many students and parents are wondering how they can make the most of these two months out of school....
Racquel Bernard
- Mar 15, 2021
- 4 min
Colleges don't want well-rounded students
The myth that colleges want well-rounded students has been upheld by many popular sources such as television sitcoms over several...
Adrianne Owings
- Feb 4, 2021
- 3 min
The Role of Community Service in the College Admissions Process
Nowadays, getting into a top-rated university is no easy feat. Applicants are expected to have a near-perfect academic record, stellar test