Let’s face it….trying to get a senior to tackle college applications is like herding cats.
I have seen parents navigate this process for years, but being a mom (and step mom) to one former senior and one current senior- I get it. It’s hard. You want to give your child a sense of independence, but let’s face it- these are the same kids who forget their laundry is in the washer for three days…they need support whether they tell you, “I’ve got it” or not.
The Common Application ©
has streamlined the college application process tremendously, but unless your child is highly organized and well versed in early action, early decision, binding, non-binding, what actually goes in an essay, etc- it’s a lot for anyone, moms and dads included.
After helping students (and now experiencing the process as a parent), here are some tips that will get your senior on track with college essay writing this summer:
Now What?
Essay is done….stay tuned next week for tips on organizing deadlines and writing supplemental essays.
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