Posts Tagged: college-admissions-help

Should You Bet on Sports for College Admissions? A Realistic Guide for Parents and Students

If your student is a strong athlete it s tempting to think of that talent as the golden ticket to a top school But the numbers tell a different story Fewer than of high school athletes will play Division I...

Why You Should Start Your College Personal Statement This Summer

And How Pathways Can Help You Write Your Best Story Yet The personal statement it s just words but it s one of the most powerful parts of your college application This isn t just an essay It s your...

College Interviews: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Prepare

In the high-stakes world of college admissions interviews can feel like a mystery Not every college offers them not every student gets one and expectations vary widely Yet when they are offered interviews can play a meaningful role especially for...

Test-Optional, Test-Flexible, Test-Blind—What Colleges Actually Mean

Over the past few years the rules of standardized testing in college admissions have changed dramatically Once a cornerstone of the application process the SAT and ACT are no longer required at thousands of colleges But with new terms like...

15 College Admissions Terms Every Parent and Student Should Understand—Explained Simply

The college admissions process is filled with jargon that often sounds like a foreign language to families navigating it for the first time Whether you're a student beginning your college journey or a parent trying to provide guidance understanding these...

Sports vs. Academics: Which Path Gives You Better Odds for Elite College Admissions?

When evaluating strategies for college admissions many high-achieving families wonder whether it's better to focus on academics or athletics Here's a data-backed comparison Top colleges evaluate thousands of applicants with perfect GPAs high SAT scores and leadership in extracurriculars The...

What We Learned from the 2025 College Admissions Cycle: Trends Every Family Should Know

As the dust settles on the admissions season a few clear patterns have emerged some familiar others new Whether you're a parent of a rising th grader or a senior preparing to submit applications this fall the lessons from this...

The 25 Most Important Questions Parents Ask on the Road to Elite College Admissions

A guide for families with high-achieving students who want every advantage without the guesswork For parents of high-performing students the high school years aren t just about grades and report cards they re the foundation of a college journey that...

We're Hiring! Former Admissions Officers – College Admissions Advisor (Remote, Part-Time, Consulting)

Be a part of Pathways by QWYK iSoft Location Remote U S -based preferred Job Type Part-Time Contract Flexible Hours About Pathways At Pathways we believe every student deserves clear data-informed and personalized guidance on their path to higher education...

🩺 Hiring! MCAT Tutor & Pre-Med Peer Advisor (Remote, Part-Time, Consultant)

Position Type Part-Time RemoteCommitment Flexible Hours hrs week Compensation Competitive hourly rate with performance bonuses About the Role Are you on the pre-med track or currently in medical school Did you master the MCAT and navigate the competitive confusing path...

🎓 We're Hiring! College Prep Peer Advisor (Remote, Part-Time, Consultant)

Position Type Part-Time RemoteCommitment Flexible Hours hrs week Compensation Your consultation rate is determined by the exclusivity of your profile and experiences About the Role Did you navigate college admissions with a spreadsheet a dream and no idea where to...

Industry Resources that led us to knowing why we need 'Pathways'

What is the data saying Rising Application Numbers and Falling Acceptance Rates The college admissions process has become significantly more competitive in recent years Between and the number of students applying to college jumped by Students are also applying to...

Is Peer Advising for Everyone? (Yes, And Here’s Why)

When I first heard about peer advising for college admissions I was skeptical After all how could someone who was just a few years ahead of me possibly understand my specific challenges and provide useful advice Wouldn t I be...

Why We Built Pathways Consulting: College Admissions Has a Broken Advice System

Why We Built Pathways College Admissions Has a Broken Advice System When we set out to build Pathways we weren t trying to disrupt college counseling just for the sake of it We were trying to solve a very real...

I Didn’t Know the Rules, But My Peer Coach Knew the Game

By Aditi R not her real name International Student from India Before I even began applying to colleges in the United States I knew I was already behind Not academically I had top grades extracurriculars and awards but behind in...

Why I Chose a Peer Advisor Who'd Been Through It Abroad

By Aisha K not her real name Undergraduate Student from Nigeria The decision to apply to schools in the U S wasn t mine alone My uncle who had attended graduate school in Chicago always encouraged me to think beyond...

Helping Students From Underrepresented Backgrounds Means Listening First

By Carla J not her real name College Coach I ve worked with students from all walks of life but the ones who stay with me the longest are the ones who didn t think they belonged in the college...

Why I Trusted Another Student With My Son’s College Questions

By Aisha L not her real name Parent of a High School Junior I never thought I'd let someone just a few years older than my son guide him through something as important as college admissions But here I am...

From a Small Town to a Big Name School: The Peer Advice That Got Me There

By Isabella Hernandez College Freshman I ve always been proud of my small-town roots Growing up in a community where everyone knew everyone else s business I learned early on the importance of relationships hard work and staying grounded But...

The Value of Recent Experience in Navigating Today’s Admissions Landscape

If you had asked me two years ago whether I d be helping other students apply to college I probably would ve laughed At the time I was neck-deep in personal statements debating whether to go test-optional and losing sleep...

Peer vs. Professional: Why You Actually Need Both for College Advice By Your Side

When I started applying to colleges I had two people on my side One was a traditional college counselor with years of experience in admissions The other A senior from my school who had just been accepted to a top-tier...