May 20, 2025

7:30 PM ET

Join us for a candid conversation with Pediatrician and Parenting Coach Dr. Hope Seidel, as we explore the balance between supporting your teen and giving them the space they need to grow during the college application journey.

Even the most well-intentioned parenting can unintentionally add stress or confusion—but it doesn’t have to be that way! In this webinar, you’ll learn:

  • Why too much “help” can actually hold your student back

  • How to stay involved without taking over

  • The power of student ownership—and how to encourage it

Whether your teen is just starting their college search or deep in applications, this session will offer meaningful strategies to help you show up as the supportive guide they need.

 

June 10, 2025

7:00 PM ET

We’ve been in the thick of it—now we’re bringing you the insights. College planning experts Lindsey Roy and Gina Wilner break down what really happened during this year’s application cycle, including:

  • Emerging trends and surprising shifts

  • How acceptance rates have changed at some of the most sought-after colleges

  • What students should prioritize moving forward

  • How AI is beginning to reshape the college essay and application process

 

August 12, 2025

7:00 PM ET

The college essay writing experts at Advantage College Planning discuss common mistakes students make when writing their college essays. Topics include:

  • Topics to avoid when writing your essay

  • How to not sound like everyone else

  • Why you shouldn't list your accomplishments in your essay

 

September 16, 2025

7:00 PM ET

Learn the keys to maximize scholarship money and make an affordable college choice. We'll cover:

  • How the financial aid and scholarship processes work (hint: even middle to upper-middle class families may qualify for financial aid!)

  • What students and families can do to maximize financial aid and scholarships

  • The financial aid timeline and how to apply

  • How to assess affordability in the college search process

 

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025

7:00 PM ET

Does Your Child’s High School Choice Impact College Admission?

While no single high school is inherently “better” than another, each offers unique academic opportunities, learning environments, and enrichment programs that can shape your child’s high school experience—and influence their college journey. The right fit can help your student thrive, discover passions, and build a strong foundation for the future.

Join us for an insightful conversation with Libby Taylor, Founder of SchoolUp, as we explore what really matters when choosing a high school with college in mind. Learn what to look for, what questions to ask, and how to support your student in making a choice that aligns with their goals and learning style.

 

November 18, 2025

7:00 PM ET

In this one hour workshop, we'll cover:

  • College affordability: how to determine which colleges will be most generous with need-based and merit-based aid

  • Ways to recognize a good fit college for your student: academically, socially and financially

  • What matters most on a campus visit: what to look for and what questions to ask

  • The college application timeline

  • The most important factors in the college admission process and how to make your student stand out

 

February 17, 2026

7:00 PM ET

Tip #1: It’s not too soon! The transition to high school can be stressful for parents and students, but the college planning process doesn’t need to be! Learning about the college planning process early results in more options for students and less stress for everyone. We will discuss:

  • How the freshman year of high school can impact the college admission process

  • The importance of well-thought-out course selection

  • How high school students can spend their time wisely (and not so wisely)

  • The most critical factors in the college admission process and what you can focus on now to help your student be successful