by Karen Marks | Feb 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
If you are a high school junior (or the parent of one), it’s time to get serious about college applications. Here are the most important areas to address: Standardized Testing Juniors recently received their PSAT results. These scores can help you decide whether to...
by Karen Marks | Sep 9, 2015 | Business School Admissions, College Admissions, General Admissions, Uncategorized
North Star turns three next week, and I am incredibly grateful to everyone who has collaborated along the way. I truly appreciate your trust, guidance and support. I have also been reflecting on why my clients get into top colleges and MBA programs. (98% of my...
by Karen Marks | Jul 28, 2015 | Business School Admissions, College Admissions, General Admissions
I firmly believe that reading other people’s essays before writing your own is a huge, detrimental mistake. Here are three reasons why I never give my clients templates or sample college or MBA application essays: You need to find your own voice. The essays are...
by Karen Marks | May 28, 2015 | College Admissions, General Admissions, Uncategorized
Although the common application doesn’t open until August 1st, we already know that there will be changes, both logistically and in terms of content. Here is what rising seniors need to know about the 2015 common application: There are new essay prompts. (New...
by Karen Marks | Apr 30, 2015 | Business School Admissions, College Admissions, General Admissions
Are you considering working with an admissions consultant? If so, you are probably discovering that there are significant differences between firms, and wondering how to choose the best match for you. Here are three crucial questions to ask before hiring an admissions...
