The Admissions Funnel Is Clogged. Here’s How to Fix It.
The Admissions Funnel Is Clogged. Here’s How to Fix It. Adapted from an essay originally published in The Chronicle of Higher Education (January 22, 2026). As Early Decision has become an increasingly popular tool colleges use to build their incoming classes, the practice has also come under intensifying attack. Thirty-two of the nation’s most selective […]
Early Decision Advantage
In today’s competitive college admissions climate, many students would jump at the opportunity to double, triple, or even quadruple their chances of admission to a college high on their list. Such a way exists—it’s called Early Decision (ED), and it can be a great strategy for many students. Applying ED isn’t appropriate for everyone, but understanding how this decision plan works can help families evaluate whether it’s a viable and desirable option.
Building a College List – Part One
With nearly 4,000 four-year colleges in the United States alone, creating a college list can be simultaneously exciting and overwhelming. In the process of identifying universities that fit their interests and goals, many students initially default to schools they already know, perhaps through their families, older friends, or sports.
