Subject: Cushioning Your Fall on the Common App

How to avoid the common mistakes people often make on the Common App

Common Common App Faux Pas


We don't believe the creators of the Common App (it opened on August 1st, by the way) really intended to inflict pain on anyone, but it IS sometimes painful to get through it.


Since we are big proponents of causing as little pain as possible for others, we've compiled a list of common glitches that can occur while filling out the application.


If you avoid these faux pas, we can't promise the other painful "stuff" will disappear, but there will definitely be less of it.


Click here for the list.


Protecting Your Tuition Investment


College is expensive, and anything that might get in the way of that big investment should be avoided.


BUT, things do happen: Students lose things, students break things, things get stolen, accidents happen and students don't complete their learning time on campus for various reasons.


So, how does a parent cover themselves for these potential losses?


One way is with insurance.


Click here to learn all about the various types of insurance you might consider before sending your student off to college.


What's Ahead on the Road...



Common App Essay Guidance


There is A LOT going on around here in the next few weeks, so pay attention and mark your calendars.


August has brought us one month closer to the start of school, and one month closer to senior year for many students.


Wouldn't it be great if your senior had their college essays done by the first day of school to make room for all of the other activities that seniors are consumed with?


 Prompt to the rescue!


Join us on Tuesday, August 10th at 8:30pm when Prompt will discuss the 5 Traits Colleges Look For In Common App Essays.


Get a Reminder Here


Insight Into the College Admissions Process


Join us Thursday, August 12th, at 8:00pm ET for a discussion about what it's like behind the doors of elite admission decisions with former admissions director at Dartmouth College and author of the new book,

Valedictorians at the Gate, Becky Munsterer Sabky.


During this Zoom event, we will be giving away a copy of Becky's book to ten lucky attendees, but if you want to make sure you get a copy you can purchase the book here.


Register Here

Searching for an SAT/ACT Tutor?


For those students who opt to take standardized tests, finding an affordable, knowledgeable, online tutor who adjusts their teaching style to your student's learning style can be a time-consuming and expensive process.


That's why Learner has shaken things up in the test prep world and created a proprietary screening and vetting process that does just that-- matches your child's learning style to the tutor most likely to instill confidence in their test-taking, and helps them achieve their test-taking goals.


With three test-prep packages to choose from, a 100% risk-free guarantee, and the first session FREE for the Road2College community, there's no reason to settle for a generic test-prep fit.


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My goal is to provide affordable services, insightful information and a support system so your family can make more informed decisions about college.

Feel free to respond to this email with any questions you have.

Debbie Schwartz

Founder, Road2College

I'm a parent, like many of you, navigating college admissions and paying for college. With an expertise in personal finance, analysis, and marketing, I'm working to give families the information and tools to make smarter financial college decisions.

Road2College may receive affiliate compensation on items purchased through our links.
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