College counseling expert Evelyn Alexander is often interviewed by the media for her college counseling advice and expertise. She is often also asked to share her knowledge with the public, both online and in print. In these articles and interviews, Evelyn offers college counseling tips and advice for getting into the right college. For interview requests, please contact Evelyn here.
College financial aid is a complicated issue, and it seems like there’s almost too much information out there, making it difficult to figure out what applies to your family’s situation. We’ve curated some resources here to try to simplify the issues, and so you can have a number of resources related to college financial aid … Read more
The college search process can be confusing, can’t it? As a college counselor, I’ve answered many questions from parents who wonder how they their high school child can get into a “good” college. You might worry whether your child has the right activities or honors classes. Planning for college doesn’t have to be a mystery! Tier One … Read more
I was honored to be accepted as a Professional Member of IECA in August 2015. As a college admissions expert, it’s a joy to help students find the right college for their needs. The Topanga Messenger ran a piece on my acceptance into the organization. Joining an organization like IECA helps strengthen my skills in … Read more
College applications seem mysterious. Have you found yourself wondering when your teen needs to start their college applications? Or how to come up with a good college essay topic? Or how to choose the right college? Many students and parents wonder about these questions and more. Varsity Tutors Blog interviewed me about my best college … Read more
Finding the right college can be frustrating, especially with so many great colleges out there. During my career as a college admissions counselor, I’ve visited campuses all across the United States and I can confidently tell you that there’s a college that’s right for your student! But some parents worry. That’s why Higher Scores Test … Read more
When should your child start their college search? Many parents and school counselors think the college search begins in 12th grade, but earlier is better. It’s best to start thinking about the college search and application process as early as 9th or 10th grade, when you can still change your high school curriculum and impact … Read more
Does your child have his or her heart set on getting into their dream college? You and your student may have a dream college in mind, one that you’ve imagined for years to be “the perfect place” for him or her to grow into the adult you know they will become. The problem is that … Read more
Before your high schooler applies to college, you want to get an idea of what each college may be like for your child. The logical answer is to visit them all, right? How easy is that? Not many parents have the time or finances to visit every college their student may want to attend – … Read more
Parents, when will you start searching for colleges for your high school aged child? I hope the answer is before their senior year. Waiting until the last minute is common when applying to college – and it’s a mistake! Some schools receive applications just minutes before their deadlines. And they can tell when students submit … Read more
High school can be stressful. Parents, you feel the stress too, especially when your high school aged child is applying to college. The college search and college application processes are some of the most stressful times in a student’s academic life. Are you afraid you won’t survive the college application process? Let’s face it: looking … Read more