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The College Cue
Weekly pro tips for students and parents to confidently navigate the college application process with proven strategies and actionable steps that make applications shine—helping students stand out!
Dreaming of Hollywood? Here's Your Path to the Best Film Schools in the US
A concise explanation of what it takes to get accepted into an elite film school in the US.
Nancy Gorman
May 16, 20254 min read
The College Name Game: Smart Alternatives to Prestigious Name-Brand Schools
Is attending a highly selective college like the University of Southern California, Harvard, or Stanford worth the investment? Choosing...
Nancy Gorman
May 3, 20254 min read
Beyond Biology: Get Past the Petri Dish and Discover Alternative Pathways to Medicine
When people picture the road to medical school, it usually starts with a Biology major, lab goggles, and a heavy stack of MCAT prep...
Nancy Gorman
Apr 22, 20256 min read
College essay topics to avoid? Here’s the ultimate “Do Not Play” list—with clever, twists to help your college essay stand out.
If college essays were a Spotify playlist, these are the tracks admissions officers are skipping—and how to remix yours into something great
Nancy Gorman
Apr 2, 20255 min read
It's College Acceptance Letter Season - Learn How To Commit To A College.
It's College Acceptance Letter Season!
Nancy Gorman
Mar 18, 20255 min read
Diving Deeper: The Truth Behind Selective College Admissions and the Rejection of Stanley Zhong
In a recent controversy reported by the New York Post , a high school student, Stanley Zhong, faced rejection from 16 prestigious...
Nancy Gorman
Mar 5, 20255 min read
Extracurricular Activities 101: Finding Your Passion Early in High School
When students find their passions early, they can develop a college resume with purpose, depth, and authenticity.
Nancy Gorman
Feb 26, 20253 min read
5 College Admission Pitfalls To Avoid
Thinking back to my senior year of high school, I remember my friend Kelly asking, "Did you already take the SAT?" I blinked. "What is...
Nancy Gorman
Feb 19, 20254 min read
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