If you're applying to colleges that ask for a self-reported transcript, you'll likely be using a platform called SRAR (Self-Reported...

Written by Maggie Martin The Common Application is getting its biggest refresh in years — and we’re here to walk you through the updates...

Guest Post Author: Foundry Senior Consultant, Maggie Martin Like many families, I’m planning on taking my high school children on a few...

For most high school juniors (and some sophomores and freshmen!), Spring Break is a time to visit college campuses to learn more about...

College costs continue to rise, making financial planning more important than ever. The good news? Many colleges offer substantial...

Over the past few weeks, I have spent time with my Foundry Families helping them to understand their financial aid offers and also...

I can't believe it's already March...Spring will be here in no time! Just a few days ago, the Common Application publicly announced that...

The landscape of higher education is constantly evolving, and with a change in administrations, we are witnessing significant shifts that...

The Common App Activities List is one of the most crucial components of your college application. It gives admissions officers insight...

January felt like it was many months long, but we have finally made it into February! This year has been yet another wild ride in...

Preparing students for life after high school requires more than just academic achievement—it involves fostering resilience,...

As we head into late January, our current high school seniors are now consistently hearing back from the colleges where they have...

For current high school juniors, January is a critical month to get a jump on the college admissions process! Getting applications...

On Thursday, 9 January, I will begin the first small group cohort sessions of 2025. These small group (5-10 students/parents) sessions...

Wow! What an amazing year 2024 has been for Foundry! Here are some of our highlights:  Assisted students in obtaining more than $8M in...

More than $4 Million dollars - that's how much merit aid money our current seniors have been awarded already (and believe it or not, it's...

College admissions are evolving, and platforms like InitialView offer new ways for students to showcase their personality and interests....

Navigating the college admissions process can feel like a daunting task, but there’s one tool that can simplify the entire journey: a...

As the holiday season approaches, December is the perfect time to take small, meaningful steps toward college readiness. No matter your...

The Activities section of the Common Application offers students a unique opportunity to showcase their passions, accomplishments, and...