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What We Learned from Ben Urwand of Real College Essays

Last night we had a fantastic webinar with Ben Urwand, founder of Real College Essays, and he dropped some real wisdom on how to approach the college…

Sep 3 • Mindspire Prep

Tonight: College Essay Webinar w/ Ben Urwand (7pm ET)

Don’t forget to register NOW!

Sep 2 • Mindspire Prep

August 2025

Meet Ben Urwand: The Mind Behind Real College Essays

When it comes to writing a college essay that truly stands out, there’s no shortage of advice out there—most of it generic, vague, and painfully…

Aug 17 • Mindspire Prep

July 2025

3 Essential SAT Reading Strategies That Actually Work

The SAT Reading section is notorious for its trickiness—not because the questions are especially hard, but because the wrong answers are deceptively…

Jul 3 • Mindspire Prep

June 2025

How to Get Better at Science Passages on the ACT and SAT – with free resources!

Have you ever read a dense science passage on the ACT or SAT, and at the end, asked yourself, what the heck was that? If so, you’re not alone.

Jun 20 • Mindspire Prep

DO NOT FORGET to Sign Up For Our College Admissions Q & A!

Join us for a timely and insightful conversation about the evolving world of college admissions. TONIGHT at 7:30pm EST, registration link below!

Jun 18 • Mindspire Prep

Not All Admissions Consultants Are Alike: How to Choose the Right One for Your Family

Do not forget to register for our Q & A with Alyse Levine, Founder & CEO of Premium Prep on Wednesday, June 18 at 7:30pm EST!

Jun 11 • Mindspire Prep

May 2025

🎓 6 Questions Parents Ask About College Admissions (That We Love to Answer)

Mark your calendars: Join us for a webinar on Wednesday, June 18 at 7:30pm ET with Alyse Levine, founder of Premium Prep College Counseling!

May 29 • Mindspire Prep

The Enhanced Digital ACT: Benefits, Drawbacks, and How to Prepare

Adoption of the Enhanced Digital ACT represents a major shift in how students experience the exam—and in how tutors and test-prep companies guide them.

May 13 • Mindspire Prep

March 2025

5 Major Trends in College Admissions: What Students Need to Know for 2025 and Beyond

College admissions are always changing, influenced by policies, technology, and student well-being. Stay updated on the trends that are important for…

Mar 18 • Mindspire Prep

January 2025

TOMORROW at 7PM- Mindspire's College Advising Community Webinar

Register now so you don't miss out!

Jan 13 • Mindspire Prep

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for Mindspire's College Advising Community Webinar- 1/14/25 @ 7PM

New Year, new information! Join Mindspire's team of experts to learn more about navigating the college application process!

Jan 10 • Mindspire Prep