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MSquared Class of 2025 Offers!
I have had a lot of fun working with my current class of seniors. It is my first fully enrolled cohort of students since I launched my...
Mark Moody
Mar 172 min read
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Class of 2029 Early Application Notification Dates!
The good people at College Kickstart compile lots of helpful data that they share in their blog . Look here for the published...
Mark Moody
Dec 11, 20241 min read
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Summer Program Search Resources
Here are a few resources for finding summer programs. I'll update as more come my way!
Mark Moody
Nov 20, 20241 min read
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After You Submit Applications...
From my insta... next steps after you send off those applications!
Mark Moody
Nov 19, 20241 min read
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Before you hit "submit" on those applications...
Last-minute tips to send those applications off with confidence!
Mark Moody
Oct 30, 20241 min read
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Blog Greatest Hits-- Teacher Recommendations: Making the Ask
Understanding teacher recommendations
Mark Moody
May 1, 20249 min read
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For seniors and families as decisions arrive...
"The data are in: we are not good at predicting what will make us happy. This is known and documented. So as we watch another class of...
Mark Moody
Mar 28, 20242 min read
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Admission Dean Advice: What NOT to discuss at the holiday table
Whitney Soule, the wise Dean of Admission at the University of Pennsylvania, offers some valuable thoughts on keeping the pressure off...
Mark Moody
Dec 7, 20231 min read
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November - January Counseling Calendar & Checklist
College Counseling Advice for Seniors Senior year is definitely well under way! You're settled into your roles as leaders in your high...
Mark Moody
Nov 21, 20237 min read
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For Seniors: After You Hit "Submit"
If you know a senior applying to colleges this year, here is some advice on what follows all that energy leading up to the celebratory...
Mark Moody
Nov 9, 20231 min read
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MSquared Seasonal Newsletter Archive
An updated collection of links to my newsletter history. Find articles I've shared and college counseling timelines and calendars. Late...
Mark Moody
Jun 10, 20231 min read
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What is the Timeline for the College Application Process? A Roadmap
One of the most frequently asked questions from my clients is about the timeline of the college preparation, search and application steps...
Mark Moody
Apr 28, 20238 min read
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May 1
30 days hath September... That means Monday is May 1, aka May Day, aka National Candidate Reply Date for US college admission. If ...
Mark Moody
Apr 28, 20231 min read
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February-March Counseling Calendar & Checklist
College Counseling Advice for Seniors Whether in your experience it feels like a whirlwind or slow motion… senior year is more than half...
Mark Moody
Feb 1, 20239 min read
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Gratitude In A New Year & My Wish For Students
Hello everyone! I wanted to take a moment to thank my clients and followers as we start a new year. The first application season for...
Mark Moody
Jan 3, 20232 min read
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September 2022 Counseling Calendar
College Counseling Advice for Seniors If you haven’t yet, it’s time to open a Common App account! It’s easy, and smart, to start filling...
Mark Moody
Sep 1, 20225 min read
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August 2022 Counseling Calendar
College Counseling Advice for Rising Seniors It's your year! Make the most of your remaining time before school starts; be sure you take...
Mark Moody
Aug 1, 20225 min read
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