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Hey AdmissionsMom: Real Talk from Reddit

Hey AdmissionsMom: Real Talk from Reddit

In this no-nonsense digest of college admissions questions and answers, you'll find 37 bite-sized chapters of information, insider tips, and stories!

2019

Carolyn Allison Caplan

Carolyn Allison Caplan

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Admissions Journey Timeline for Rising Juniors and Seniors — Updated June 2021

This is basically an abbreviated version of pretty much everything I say throughout the year; hopefully, it’s organized in a way you can…

Jun 4, 2021

Admissions Journey Timeline for Rising Juniors and Seniors — Updated June 2021

Jun 4, 2021

No, Ted Cruz, I didn’t contact you “regarding public policies in response to gender dysphoria.”

I contacted you about my concerns about the legislative attacks on transgender citizens, one of the most marginalized groups in our society…

Jun 5, 2023

No, Ted Cruz, I didn’t contact you “regarding public policies in response to gender dysphoria.”

Jun 5, 2023

FAQs and TOP TIPS about What To Do About Waitlists.

❤️‍🩹A note: I know for some of you, getting that waitlist decision is incredibly painful. It is, in lots of ways, a soft rejection, and I…

Mar 10, 2023

FAQs and TOP TIPS about What To Do About Waitlists.

Mar 10, 2023

Dear Trans, Nonbinary, Genderfluid, and Genderqueer Friends (and their loved ones, parents, allies…

I see you. I hear you. I am here for you. And so are many others. If you’re not feeling that love and support, please be sure to look…

Mar 7, 2023

Dear Trans, Nonbinary, Genderfluid, and Genderqueer Friends (and their loved ones, parents, allies…

Mar 7, 2023

Hey, Juniors (and Sophs and Freshies too)!

Few things are as frustrating or painstaking (but also exciting!) as selecting your courses during high school. There’s all this pressure…

Mar 3, 2023

Hey, Juniors (and Sophs and Freshies too)!

Mar 3, 2023

College Visits 101: AdmissionsMom’s Self-Guided Tours for Both Virtual and Live On-Campus Visits…

One of my favorite parts about the whole college admissions experience (especially since there are so many stressful aspects) has always…

Feb 22, 2023

College Visits 101: AdmissionsMom’s Self-Guided Tours for Both Virtual and Live On-Campus Visits…

Feb 22, 2023

👋 Hey Juniors (& sophomores & even freshmen!),

❓”How good are my extracurriculars?”

Feb 8, 2023

👋 Hey Juniors (& sophomores & even freshmen!),

Feb 8, 2023

Here’s What You Really Need to Know about Being Rescinded (2023 Updates)

If you’re reading this, you know the entire college admissions process is riddled with potential pitfalls and scary challenges. Letters of…

Feb 1, 2023

Here’s What You Really Need to Know about Being Rescinded (2023 Updates)

Feb 1, 2023

The Cure for Senioritis — and Other Admissions Stress (I wish it were this easy) AND Some Basic…

If you’re feeling a little bit of senioritis, please know the struggle is real. And if you’re feeling even more worried about your college…

Jan 18, 2023

The Cure for Senioritis — and Other Admissions Stress (I wish it were this easy) AND Some Basic…

Jan 18, 2023

Hey Seniors, if you’re not happy with your college list, it’s not too late!

Before I get started with all the amazing colleges still looking for students like you, I’m gonna link some posts you might find helpful at…

Jan 11, 2023

Hey Seniors, if you’re not happy with your college list, it’s not too late!

Jan 11, 2023

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