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Karen Miller

As a former teacher, published author, independent counselor, and active lecturer, Karen is a well-respected educator dedicated to preparing students for higher education and helping them navigate the college admissions process.

Interested in a Gap Year? Why It Might Be the Best Decision for You - illustration of student standing on cliffside looking out into the distance

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Interested in a Gap Year? Why It Might Be the Best Decision for You

For many parents/guardians, it might be a daunting idea to let their student take a gap year off of school before leaving for college. Most parents worry that their student may decide not to attend college after taking a year off, instead opting to...

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College Decision Day! Parents, Don't Be Afraid to Let Go - illustration of 3 family members

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College Decision Day! Parents, Don't Be Afraid to Let Go

College decision time is here, and many students are still uncertain about which college they will attend. What makes this year even more difficult...

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Going on a College Tour? Helpful Prep Tips + College Evaluation Form - illustration of two students standing on either side of a college building on a hill

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Going on a College Tour? Helpful Prep Tips + College Evaluation Form

College visits on your mind? Not sure how to prepare or what to expect?

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College Search Guide: Learning Disabilities & Attention Disorders - illustration of 6 purple, blue, and red books stacked up

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College Search Guide: Learning Disabilities and Attention Disorders

Most parents worry about sending their son or daughter off to college. However, for those parents whose children have learning disabilities or...

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What is Score Choice, Superscoring, and Test Flexible?

Most people venturing into the college admission process have heard about the SAT and the ACT tests. Words like score choice, superscoring,...

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illustration of SAT test sheet with bubbles filled in - SAT Subject Tests: Who Should Take Them? And When?

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SAT Subject Tests: Who Should Take Them? And When?

In January 2021, the College Board discontinued the SAT subject tests. You can explore the new digital SAT here. If you're seeking information on how...

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