Common App season is here. Begin with a personalized plan.
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Start with one useful tool.

The free checklist identifies what the family needs. Deeper planners, tutoring and coaching help the student complete the work.

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Common App Kickoff Readiness Checklist

Complete a 15-minute parent and student review before the first appointment. Identify account access, college-list progress, testing plans, activities, recommenders, essay readiness and immediate deadlines.

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Go beyond a generic checklist.

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A responsibility planner and conversation system for parents and students.

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A family decision guide that leads into diagnostics and test preparation.

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