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Hello, students and families! Happy Halloween from Williams Educational Consultants! As pumpkins bob and ghostly ghouls roam the neighborhood, here’s a timely sign: whether you’re a 9th grader, 10th grader or 11th grader, the time to stir your academic cauldron is now. Don’t wait until a year from now to realize you’ve been tricked by procrastination. Why? Because this time next year, you don’t want to be spooked by unfinished essays, unclear goals, murky schedules or under-

Students who have considered and decided to apply Early Action to some schools have been aware of this day since August 1 (if not before). I am so proud of all my students who completed this task with determination and hard work. Although the majority of my clients have been successful in hitting “submit,” I know that there are still students waiting until midnight. And though I am sure it holds some frustration for all involved, I often think about  why  this happens. As an

Standardized testing is making a comeback. Two very different universities, Princeton and Auburn, have both announced that starting with applicants for  Fall 2027 , SAT or ACT scores will once again be required. What’s fascinating (and a little funny) is the timing: both schools — worlds apart in mission and geography — are sending the same message. The experiment with test-optional admissions may finally be coming to an end. Princeton’s Perspective Princeton joins several I

The October 15th Early Action deadline is just around the corner! This is an exciting milestone, but also a time to double-check every...

The answer? Your transcript! Your high school transcript is one of the most important documents in the college admissions process. It...

Students have two options when it comes to reporting AP or IB exam scores on the Common Application. You can self-report your scores...

At Williams Educational , we believe that education is about more than grades and test scores! It’s about living with purpose and...

FAFSA Opens October 1, 2025 Completing the  Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)  is the first step to unlocking federal,...

Sundays are for families.  I try my best to create a special day for my husband and children to spend together. We usually start with an...

September offers us a season of reflection and renewal. For me, it is also a time to honor my mother, whose life and mission continue to...