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AI‑Proof Majors in 2026: A Parent + Student Guide to Future‑Resistant College Choices
A joyful high school graduate celebrates their achievement with a diploma in hand and a graduation cap on, standing infont of the laptop In 2026, AI isn’t a buzzword anymore — it’s part of school, work, and everyday life. So it makes sense that students and parents are asking: What’s an AI‑proof major? While no major can guarantee a job forever, some majors build skills that are harder to automate — and those skills can help students stay employable, adaptable, and confident
Anna Ren
Apr 234 min read


What Colleges Look for in Applicants— Student Guide (2025)
Whether you’re a senior gearing up to apply or a junior starting to think ahead, knowing what colleges are looking for can help you navigate
Anna Ren
Mar 14, 20253 min read


Apply to College: Your Complete Guide to the College Application Process
Applying to college can feel overwhelming, but understanding the college application process is crucial.
Anna Ren
Mar 10, 202514 min read


How to Apply to College with IEP and 504 Plan
Student staring out the window trying to work on her laptop. Navigating the college admission process can be a daunting task for any...
Anna Ren
Mar 4, 20255 min read


5 Passion Project Ideas for Art Students
If you're a student interested in visual and performing arts, you have a world of creative opportunities waiting for you. Passion...
Anna Ren
Feb 19, 20243 min read


5 Exciting STEM Passion Projects for Students
From robotics to app development, these projects will inspire and challenge you.
Anna Ren
Feb 15, 20242 min read


8 Tips to Prepare Teens Emotionally for College
Preparing for college involves more than just academics; it also requires emotional preparation.
Anna Ren
Nov 16, 20232 min read


3 Tips to Get a Strong Letter of Recommendation for College
While many students think that they have no control over this piece, because they can’t see the recommendation before its submitted
Anna Ren
Sep 13, 20223 min read


3 Vital Skills for Thriving in High School and Beyond
High school is so different from middle school. From being in a new building to being around new students, you have a lot to adjust to.
Anna Ren
Apr 25, 20223 min read


How to Bounce Back and Move Forward When You Get Rejected from College
n high school, you worked really hard to take the hardest classes you could. You stayed up late to maintain your high GPA
Anna Ren
Mar 15, 20223 min read


3 Best Strategies for High School Teens to Manage Their Time
High school can be tough. From balancing your workload with your social life to figuring out what
college to attend,
Anna Ren
Feb 24, 20224 min read


Applying for College as a ‘B’ Student: How to Up Your Chances of Getting In.
Getting accepted to college is a goal for many high school seniors, but it can seem challenging if you’re not a straight-A student.
Anna Ren
Feb 8, 20223 min read


What To Do If You're Waitlisted
You finally get that email from your dream school, but instead of digital confetti, you’re greeted with a notice saying you’ve been waitlist
Anna Ren
May 4, 20212 min read


The “Why Us?” Essay
This is the biggest issue I run into with students. They would be “honored” to go to a school because it has “hundreds of courses, an [inser
Fadhal Moore
Feb 19, 20213 min read


College Admissions in the time of COVID
With the Coronavirus closing schools and colleges across the United States, it can be understandable for students and their families to feel
Anna Ren
Mar 16, 20203 min read


4 Strategies to Improve your Chances in College Admissions…Without Breaking the Law
As the college admissions scandal has made clear over the past week, the anxiety, stress, and competition of college admissions can make
Anna Ren
Mar 28, 20194 min read


Thoughts of an Ethical College Consultant on the College Admissions Scandal
The recent national college admissions scandal has placed intense scrutiny on college admissions consultants and families that come from
Anna Ren
Mar 25, 20194 min read


What I Hate About College Admissions
I recently read an article about pushback to adding a Health course for a high school that some of my students attend. As a mom and IEC
Anna Ren
Feb 5, 20192 min read


Resilience in College Admissions
After coming back from a very insightful IECA Conference in Los Angeles where I had the opportunity to speak and learn from college admissio
Anna Ren
Dec 11, 20182 min read


Extracurricular Activities - How many? What ones? Why do them?
These are the questions that I often get peppered with from my students. Whether you're just staring out as a freshman or trying to round
Anna Ren
Mar 2, 20183 min read
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