Saying good bye and good luck to one class as we shift our attention to another is always bittersweet for us. But more than anything right now, we are proud and excited about your choices, your opportunities and your futures! Please check in with us in the fall once you’ve settled in on campus and let us know how things …
Reflections on our Class of 2024
This year’s matriculation list fills us with tremendous pride and satisfaction. It was one of the most challenging admission cycles ever, yet 92% of our students will attend their first choice or a high-interest college in the fall. Read more about our insights, our results, and a complete list of our students’ destinations.
Congratulations Class of 2023
Look at you, Class of 2023! Throughout this process we watched you learn, grow and discover what’s important to you, and we can’t wait to see what you do with that knowledge! You are exactly what this world needs right now. Good luck – we will be rooting for you!
Congratulations Class of 2022
Congratulations Class of 2022! It seems like we were just guiding you through your college applications and essays, and look at you now! While the school year was somewhat more “normal” this year, we know you had your share of challenges. But through them all, we watched you learn, grow and discover what’s important to you, and we can’t wait …
Congratulations to the Class of 2021
The world is opening up to you, Class of 2021! We can’t wait to see what your future holds.
Reflections on the Class of 2021
Read our message to grads and learn more about where they’re headed this fall!
January 2021 College Expert Newsletter
Which college is the best choice? The answer isn’t in rankings. Read our January cover article and learn how to personalize your search based on what’s important to you. Other topics include majoring in psychology, sources for financial aid, and avoiding senior slump
December 2020 College Expert Newsletter
College interview jitters? Read our December cover article to learn what interviews are really like and set your mind at ease.
Farewell to Our Seniors!
To the Amazing Class of 2020: As your freshman year of college is about to begin, whether it be online, in person, or somewhere in between, we at College Expert want to say farewell. But this doesn’t mean our journey is ending. We are your college consultants for life, and that didn’t stop suddenly when you made your final college …
Congratulations to the Class of 2020
Congratulations to the Class of 2020 and thank you for allowing us to be a part of your college journey. We’re sending handshakes and hugs your way as we wish you the very best next year. You have inspired us more than you know, and you are exactly what this world needs right now. We are so proud of you! …
You Did It & You Got This!- Ryan’s Reflections on the Class of 2020
Letter to the class of 2020.
Reflections on the Class of 2020
The Class of 2020 holds a special place in our hearts. While the college planning and application process is always a bit of a rollercoaster, for the Class of 2020, the ups and downs were exceptional. Just as seniors were celebrating their college decisions and beginning to picture themselves on campus, their school year came to an abrupt and unceremonious …
Update: College Planning and Admissions During the Coronavirus
Dear Students & Parents, Coronavirus remains on all of our minds. As soon as one question about its impact on college planning is answered, two more seem to take its place. At College Expert, we are working hard to keep up with all these changes and believe now more than ever, it’s important to have expert help to guide you …
How Does The COVID-19 Pandemic Affect The College Application Process?
Sue was interviewed by WCCO’s Jason DeRusha via video chat on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on college testing and college tours, and she also gave advice on college acceptances during this time of uncertainty.
To the Magnificent and Mystical Class of 2019!
Dear Students, As I have been hearing about your graduations, saying goodbyes and attending open houses, I felt compelled to send you this note of reflection and praise. It got me thinking…. This Class of 2019 was magnificent and mystic. More on the second word at the end… This whole college thing is an epic time! Thinking back on my …
Congratulations to the Class of 2019
Message to the class of 2019
Reflections on the Class of 2019
We couldn’t be more proud of the Class of 2019. Since our first Research Jam Sessions with this class, we noticed exceptional diligence, enthusiasm and flexibility in this group of students. Our sessions were always filled to capacity, and when the Common Application went live August 1, they worked hard, were open to suggestions, supported each other and wrote some …
January 2019 College Expert Newsletter
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Congratulations to the Class of 2018
Dear Class of 2018, Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your college planning journey. Congratulations and all the best as you go off to college. Please keep in touch and let us know how your freshman year goes. Enjoy the summer! Sue, Ryan, and the College Expert Team Click to enlarge
Reflections on the Class of 2018
The Class of 2018 embraced the application process with excitement, diligence, and flexibility. When the Common Application went live on August 1st, our students worked hard, supported each other and wrote some of the best essays we have ever seen! Being proactive, nearly 100% of our students applied either early decision, early action, priority, or rolling decision, and that speaks …
Senior Day
A message from three of our College Expert seniors.
Top ten things rising seniors can do this summer
Attention rising seniors! It’s not too early to think about summer activities to get a jump on the college search. Here are the top 10 things to consider courtesy of the IECA. Click here for PDF.
Farewell Class of 2017
Dear Students, Many of you right now are preparing to embark on what will surely be one of the most profound and memorable chapters of your lives. College is still something that resonates with me and I know it will until I am old and losing my hair… actually just old! Some of you may already be on campus experiencing …
Congratulations to the Class of 2017
Dear Class of 2017, Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your college planning journey. Congratulations and all the best as you go off to college. Please keep in touch and let us know how your freshman year goes. Enjoy the summer! Sue, Ryan, and the College Expert Team Click to enlarge
Reflections on the Class of 2017
The Class of 2017 embraced the application process with excitement, diligence, and flexibility. When the Common Application went live on August 1st, our students navigated the bumps and quirks and worked as a team to support one another. Being proactive, nearly 100% of students applied early decision, early action, priority, or rolling. In fact, we encouraged all students to submit …
Recommended Books
Check out our book recommendations that help teenagers and parents deal with the pressures and stress of high school years, and the transition from high school to college.
Congratulations to the Class of 2016
Dear Class of 2016, Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your college planning journey. Congratulations and all the best as you go off to college. Please keep in touch and let us know how your freshman year goes. Enjoy the summer! Sue, Ryan, and the College Expert Team Click to enlarge
Reflections on the Class of 2016
The Class of 2016 embraced the application process with excitement, diligence, and flexibility. When the Common Application went live on August 1st, our students navigated the bumps and quirks and worked as a team to support one another. Being proactive, nearly 100% of students applied early decision, early action, priority, or rolling. In fact, we encouraged all students to submit their rolling …
Reasons to be Proud – Message to Seniors
iStockphoto.com As we help our seniors deal with denials and deferments, there are other reasons to be proud. One of our staff members had a letter to the editor published in Star Tribune on Dec. 26, 2015. She is an AP LIT teacher at a local high school.
Congratulations to the Class of 2015!
Dear Class of 2015, Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your college planning journey. Congratulations and all the best as you go off to college. Please keep in touch and let me know how your freshman year goes. Enjoy the summer! Sue Luse Click to enlarge
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