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Victoria Visits Texas Christian University (TCU)

Today, I’m thrilled to talk about my visit to Texas Christian University (TCU) in Fort Worth, TX—a place that holds a special place in my heart, as both my undergraduate and graduate alma mater. TCU is known for its exceptional academics, close-knit community, and vibrant school spirit.

Inside Southern Methodist University: A College Coach’s Guide to SMU

Today, I'm excited to take you on a tour of Southern Methodist University. Located in the vibrant city of Dallas, Texas, SMU is renowned for its strong academics, beautiful campus, and active student life.

Exploring the Vibrant Campus of the University of Texas at Dallas

Welcome to Visits with Victoria! Situated in the heart of Richardson, Texas, the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) is renowned for its innovative programs, cutting-edge research, and vibrant student community.
College Coach talking with parent and student

That time a client saved $80,000 on college

Victoria, our College Coach, shared a story with me the other day. One of our clients got into her first choice college and knew that was where she wanted to go. The parent received the financial aid award letter that offered about $12,000…
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The Reason for a Free Consultation

The college admissions process is confusing. In our free consultations, we help dispel some of that confusion.
Breakdown of the numbers at Selective U
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What they’re not saying about college admissions

Back in 2018, Stanford made a big announcement that they would stop releasing acceptance rates. Lots of publications picked up on it. They wanted students to focus on finding the right fit not trying to get into a selective school. Some people…
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What they don’t say about test scores

Updated 21 June 2023 A big "thank you" to FairTest for using a screenshot of this blogpost in their recent research demonstrating that test scores can help students at 96% of institutions. I don't think they intended to make the case…
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8 steps to completing your college applications

When you have a list of things you have to do, tackle the least pleasant one first. If you have a plate full of delicious food and this one thing you don't want to eat, eat it first. You'll get to enjoy the rest of the food so much more than if you save the unpleasant part for last.

Some scary events in college admissions

Colleges are automatically placing students who applied without test scores in the developmental classes, classes for which they will not get any credit but will pay full price.
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“Test Optional” wasn’t intended to help students

One of the many impacts of COVID19 has meant a drastic change admissions policies related to the SAT and ACT. Colleges and universities have sold it to applicants as "test optional", and students and parents have taken that to mean that they…