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🎒Rising 9th grade students and Parents: There are many things to keep in mind when planning for high school. Check out our latest blog post where Bonnie Kleffman, M.Ed, GCDF provides helpful ideas and pro tips for the exciting year(s) ahead.

👉 https://www.accesscollegeamerica.org/post/high-school-101-what-to-expect

This is Pride Month. We at ACA are committed to promoting inclusiveness, supporting LGBTQIA+ voices, and standing up against all forms of discrimination. Join us in celebrating our LGBTQIA+ employees, scholars, and friends this month and every month!

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🏫 Many colleges spend just minutes reviewing an application. Your Common App Activity List is often one of the first things they read. Make every character count:

✅ Lead with action verbs
✅ Quantify impact when possible
✅ Highlight leadership and initiative
✅ Avoid generic descriptions

The Activity List is not a resume copy-and-paste exercise. It is a strategic admissions document.

📅 Schedule a Discovery Call to learn how we help students maximize every section of the application.
👉 https://www.accesscollegeamerica.org/discovery

🔥 Senior Rush Special: Save $1,000 on our Senior Rush Services.

At Access College America we strive to give back to the communities we serve. You can collaborate with us through our "Counselor Partner Program." It's easy and FREE!!! Learn more👇
https://www.accesscollegeamerica.org/partnerships

✍️ One of the biggest mistakes students make is trying to choose an essay topic before identifying meaningful experiences.

Instead of asking, "What should I write about?"... ask:
• What experience changed me?
• What challenge shaped me?
• What moment taught me something important?

The best essays are not about impressive accomplishments. They're about growth, reflection, and perspective.

Need help brainstorming the right story?
📅 Schedule a Discovery Call today.
👉 https://www.accesscollegeamerica.org/discovery

🔥 Senior Rush Special: Save $1,000 on our Senior Rush Services for a limited time.

🙌 Complimentary Main Essay Revision

Get your student’s first draft of their main college admissions essay reviewed, by a real expert, completely free!

The main college admissions essay, often part of the Common Application, is the personal narrative that colleges use to understand who your student is beyond grades. Every college reading the Common App sees it, making it crucial.

For a limited time, Class of 2027 families can submit their student’s first draft (500–700 words), and we’ll provide feedback on content, grammar, topic selection, consistency, and overall impact. You’ll get it within three business days!

Submit your essay here👇
https://www.accesscollegeamerica.org/free-essay-edit

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5-STAR Review 🙌

"We are incredibly grateful to Dale for the support and guidance he gave our daughter throughout her college journey. He helped her with essay development, SAT prep, and encouraged her to consider opportunities she had not previously thought about. Thanks to his dedication and expertise, she earned a full ride through the Howard Karsh STEM Scholars Program for a BS/Md/PhD program. Dale truly cares about his students and is deeply invested in their success. We highly recommend him to any family navigating the college process." - Shae G.

"Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means a lot to me. Working with your daughter was such a rewarding experience. She put in the work, stayed open to new opportunities, and really embraced the process every step of the way. Outcomes like the Howard Karsh STEM Scholars Program don’t happen by accident. They’re the result of consistency, curiosity, and a willingness to stretch beyond what feels comfortable. She earned every bit of that success. I’m grateful I could play a small role in helping her get there, and I’m excited to see what she accomplishes next in such an incredible BS/MD/PhD pathway too! Thank you again for trusting me during such an important time. Wishing your family all the best in this next chapter." - Dale Price, Founder and CEO of Access College America.

🗓️ Join us for a FREE Webinar or Family Forum in June!

June 3rd @ 6pm CST
Family Forum: 🪴 Creating a Homegrown Project
with Bonnie Kleffman, M.Ed., GCDF
Register here 👇
https://calendly.com/accesscollegeamerica-team/fam-forum-creating-a-homegrown-project-06032026

June 11th @ 6pm CST
Webinar: 🎓 College Planning 101
with Aimee Nunez, M.Ed.
Register here 👇
https://calendly.com/accesscollegeamerica-team/free-webinar-college-planning-101-06112026

June 18th @ 6pm CDT
Webinar: 💡 Conversations with a Consultant - Lessons learned from the Class of 2026
with Melissa Wood, M.Ed.
Register here 👇
https://calendly.com/accesscollegeamerica-team/free-webinar-lessons-learned-from-class-of-2026-06182026

June 30th @ 6pm CST
Webinar: Applying to 🤘 UT and 🐂 TAMU
w/ Shayla Rodriguez-Bell
Register here 👇
https://calendly.com/accesscollegeamerica-team/free-webinar-applying-to-ut-austin-texas-a-m-06302026