Nancy FriesMar 23, 20195 minSelf-reflection Against the Backdrop of ScandalI’ve engaged in a lot of self-reflection on the ethics of what I do recently, especially since learning about the college admissions...
Nancy FriesJan 16, 20183 min34≠34Two identical test scores. Two very different situations. A mom calls me, excited that her daughter—we’ll call her Emily—has scored a 34...
Nancy FriesDec 5, 20175 minThe Harsh Reality of Selective College AdmissionsNow in my fifth season working in college admissions, I’m convinced the process is most stressful for the high grades/high scores/highly...
Nancy FriesMar 28, 20174 minLessons from College Visits: 54 and CountingSpring break is the ideal time to visit colleges. You can find plenty of good articles about how to approach college visits, so why write...