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— Lynn O'Shaughnessy
Nationally Recognized College Expert
March 30, 2025
If you’re drawn to helping others communicate, connect, and thrive, speech-language pathology might be your calling. This field blends science, empathy, and practical skill to support individuals across the...
March 29, 2025
Real estate isn’t just about selling homes or closing deals—it’s a dynamic, multidisciplinary field that blends business, finance, law, urban planning, and entrepreneurship. Whether you’re drawn to commercial development,...
March 27, 2025
So, you’re obsessed with wildlife documentaries, spend way too much time Googling exotic species, and have a soft spot for every animal you meet? You might just be a...
March 26, 2025
While becoming a licensed physical therapist requires earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, the journey begins at the undergraduate level. Aspiring PTs should look for colleges that...
Students drawn to coding, problem-solving, and designing applications that spur innovation across multiple fields may want to consider a career in software engineering. While very few schools offer software...
March 25, 2025
You’ve decided to take a gap year before college. Now what?! How can you create a gap year that is as intentional, meaningful, and growth-oriented as possible? Enter CIEE,...
So, you want to get your master’s in accounting online? Well, it makes sense. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the number of accounting jobs is growing...
With the amount of laws governing a society, there are bound to be strange and antiquated ones. Laws can reflect power structures and values, marking past significant periods of...
While the term “safety school” can carry a slightly negative connotation, it shouldn’t! Safety schools—or “likely” schools, as we call them here at College Transitions—are actually critical components of...
When you think of the word “science,” a few images may come to mind: steaming green beakers, soaring rocket ships, and Albert Einstein standing before a chalkboard backdrop of...
Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Harvard Law School (HLS) is one of the best law programs in the United States. Ranked #4 in the country, HLS boasts first-time bar passage...
Being a parent these days can feel like an endless onslaught of creative endeavors. Case in point: the Elf on the Shelf. Yes, there’s Santa. Yes, you need presents...
March 24, 2025
Students interested in pursuing a legal career don’t need to follow a single academic path. In fact, there’s no official “pre-law” major. Instead, aspiring attorneys typically study disciplines that...
The first year of high school can feel like a foray into the unknown. Students in the 9th grade, typically ages 14 to 15, often find themselves in a...
Many kids are captivated by oceans and marine animals. Why is the ocean salty? What kinds of animals live in the ocean? What even is coral? What’s the difference...
Students interested in injury prevention, physical rehabilitation, and optimizing athletic performance may want to consider a career in sports medicine. At the undergraduate level, this typically means majoring in...
Childcare providers are always searching for ways to up their game—we know. States require providers to continually engage in professional development in order to serve the children in their...
As you prepare to take the ACT, you might feel nervous about the outcome. Of course, you want to perform well on the test, but may not be sure...
Students aspiring to become physicians know that the path to medical school begins long before they don a white coat. A strong undergraduate foundation is critical for success. Pre-med...
After completing an SAT test, we understand that you are extremely eager to find out your results. If you are a senior, you may also be anxious to know...
