The Better College Essay: From Start to Finish is published!

“The strategies and tips provided in The Better College Essay are practical, relevant, and most importantly, student-centered. It is a great resource for experienced counselors looking to add to their college counseling toolkit or for individuals new to supporting students through the college admissions essay writing process. The wide variety of real essay examples included throughout the book are fantastic for demonstrating how an excellent essay idea can emerge from conversations and lived experiences that students might otherwise overlook."

Julio Mata , Director of College Counseling, Francis Parker School

Former Associate Director of Admission, Miami University

Dr. Stone Interviewed for Dance Spirit Magazine

Dance auditions can complicate the college application process. Read this article about coordinating Early Action and Early Decision deadlines with preparing for college dance auditions.

Dr. Stone Presents at National Conference

Dr. Stone presented on “Rehabbing Your Image” – to more than 50 college counselors at the Independent Educational Consultants Association national conference in Baltimore, MD. Presenting with Dr. Stone were Dr. Rebecca Joseph of Cal State LA, Valerie Gregory of University of VA, and Evan Reader of the Cooke Foundation. The trip to Baltimore included a visit with a former student, now attending Johns Hopkins University.

Johns Hopkins University