You might remember your "dorm" room when you were in college, but today's residence halls are very different.

How colleges consider twins who apply is a great example of the power of a holistic admissions review.

We received an email from a student with some really thoughtful questions on applying to college. We thought we would answer them here.

May is a big month as high school seniors become high school graduates. We simply could not be more proud of our GEC seniors.

How can we rewrite the myth that there is one perfect college out there for you? With cheeseburgers of course.

The dynamics of the college search may have changed, but the principles of choosing a college wisely, are still the same.

So much pressure and stress can come with the college application process. Let’s fix that by getting a few things straight.

Students have a movie playing in their heads about what college will be like. Their job is to determine if the film is fantasy sci fi.

This time of year can be difficult as students receive admissions decisions. In truth, no matter the decision, the result is always good.

Applications can say a lot about a student, or they can say very little. Students need to tell their story in their application.

This week we provide a glimpse into our webinar series, normally exclusive to GEC families: Taking the Stress Out of the College Search

Is your teen procrastinating in their college search? A proper mindset is key to take that vital first step to living a proactive life.

It’s course selection season again and we’re back with our guide to helping your student chart their academic pathway through high school.

I am excited to announce we are growing our practice with the hiring of Chris Ream as an Educational Consultant with GEC.

This past year saw an unprecedented shift toward test-optional admissions policies. How did we get here and what does it mean for students?

Telling your authentic story through your college application takes courage, and it doesn’t just happen on cue. It takes practice.

Snow days, if you can get them, can remind us all of the simplicity of joy and beauty if we can pause long enough to notice.

Our motto is “Finding college without losing yourself.” It’s a reminder we exist to help students find what inspires while staying true.

What can we learn from analyzing the college backgrounds of the players and coaches in Super Bowl LV? Turns out, a lot.

Admissions interviews are a great way to tell your story in the college search process. Here are some of our simple tips for mastering them.