January 7, 2026

7:00 PM ET

In this one hour webinar, we’ll give you a peek behind the admissions curtain! We’ll cover:

  • What’s really important in the college admissions process?

  • How are admissions decisions made?

  • Is my student doing the “right” things in high school?

  • Are there any “tricks” to getting admitted?

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February 17, 2026

7:00 PM ET

Tip #1: It’s not too soon! The transition to high school can be stressful for parents and students, but the college planning process doesn’t need to be! Learning about the college planning process early results in more options for students and less stress for everyone. We will discuss:

  • How the freshman year of high school can impact the college admission process

  • The importance of well-thought-out course selection

  • How high school students can spend their time wisely (and not so wisely)

  • The most critical factors in the college admission process and what you can focus on now to help your student be successful

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We’ve been in the thick of it—now we’re bringing you the insights. College planning experts Lindsey Roy and Gina Wilner break down what really happened during this year’s application cycle, including:

  • Emerging trends and surprising shifts

  • How acceptance rates have changed at some of the most sought-after colleges

  • What students should prioritize moving forward

  • How AI is beginning to reshape the college essay and application process

 

The college essay writing experts at Advantage College Planning discuss common mistakes students make when writing their college essays. Topics include:

  • Topics to avoid when writing your essay

  • How to not sound like everyone else

  • Why you shouldn't list your accomplishments in your essay

 

In this one hour webinar, we cover:

  • College affordability: how to determine which colleges will be most generous with need-based and merit-based aid

  • Ways to recognize a good fit college for your student: academically, socially and financially

  • What matters most on a campus visit: what to look for and what questions to ask

  • The college application timeline

  • The most important factors in the college admission process and how to make your student stand out