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In a World of Endless Streaming, One Channel is Still King for Kids. Here’s Why.
Let's be real. When it comes to your kids screen time, the options are overwhelming. Between Netflix, Disney+, YouTube Kids,

A Founder’s View: The 2025 Education Research Initiatives at WashU That Excite Me Most
A Founder's View: The 2025 Education Research Initiatives at WashU That Excite Me Most By Jeremy M. Fine, Founder of

How AI Is Transforming the College Application Process
Published & Updated: July 23rd, 2025 | By Jeremy FineI’ve been working with students and families at ConnectPrep for years,

How to Stand Out in the 2025 College Admissions Cycle: 7 Innovative Strategies from ConnectPrep
1. Leverage AI‑Driven Diagnostics for Test PrepModern admissions tests reward precision and consistency. At ConnectPrep, we use AI diagnostics to:Identify

Navigating the Financial Aid Appeals Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
Understanding how to navigate the financial aid appeals process is crucial for students and families facing financial hurdles. With rising

Preparing for the New Digital SAT with ConnectPrep
The SAT, a critical component of college admissions in the United States, is undergoing a significant transformation. Starting in March

Navigating Yale’s Reinstated SAT/ACT Requirements
Navigating Yale's Reinstated SAT/ACT Requirements: How ConnectPrep Supports Students and FamiliesYale University's recent decision to reinstate SAT and ACT admissions

The Lifelong Benefits of a College Degree in the U.S.
Greetings, lifelong learners and future leaders! The journey through higher education in the U.S. is more than just academic growth

College Applications: Ultimate Guide for Seniors
Mastering College Applications: A Comprehensive Guide for High School Seniors As high school seniors worldwide find themselves facing the daunting

The Future of Learning: Top Educational Trends of 2023
The Future of Learning: Top Educational Trends of 2023 In this rapidly evolving 21st century, the educational trends of 2023

Executive Functioning Coaching & Study Skills Programs
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, 14% or 7.1 million students of all public school students in the

Navigating Financial Aid
Did you know that in 2019, the average tuition for a private non-profit four-year college in the U.S. was $48,510?

Thinking About Graduate School? Talk to us!
Are you debating whether or not to attend graduate school? Are you worried about the potential to obtain a job

General Tips & Advice for Parents during COVID-19
The impact of COVID-19 has affected everyone in different ways, but most parents of K-12 students are experiencing similar issues.

Homeschooling Options during COVID-19
Let’s face it, COVID-19 is changing education as we know it. The first 18 years of your child’s life are

Top 7 Ways to Make You Stand Out on Your College Application
7 Strategic Summer Activities to Strengthen Your College Applications The key to a standout college application lies in differentiation. Admissions

ConnectPrep’s Successful SAT Strategies
We have spent countless hours perfecting strategies and techniques that we can pass on to you. Our methodologies DECONSTRUCT the

ACING the ACT or SAT, Here’s How!
Did you know that in 2019, only 45% of students who took the SAT met college readiness benchmarks in both

Writing a Standout College Essay
Dartmouth, the University of Michigan, Bates, Harvard, Northwestern, and Wake Forest. These are just a few of the many prestigious

About Us: We’re Here to Help
Who knew fourth-grade math could be so difficult? Being a parent is hard, but being both a parent and a