About CPSi

At CPSi, we are entirely dedicated to helping students and their families fulfill their college and education needs. Our assistance includes an individualized, objective plan and help to achieve a student’s college admission goals. For college selection, applications, essays, and scholarships, our one-on-one guidance and motivating facts empower parents and students to achieve a successful college admission outcome.

3rd of 10 Most

05/21/13 -

It might sound pretty high-reaching, but you know it’s...

What About Starting

04/24/13 -

In the ever-evolving world of college admissions, a...

Second of 10 Most

04/19/13 -

In the first post of this series, I emphasized the...

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CPSi invites families to attend a free seminar to learn more about how to gain an edge on college selection, applications, essays, interview coaching, and scholarships. Learn more about the seminars , or schedule one now:

Seminar on June 04 2013 at College Planning Building (Bellevue, WA)

Blogs

3rd of 10 Most Important Factors for Success in College Admission And Beyond (Series)

Number THREE: Focus on strengthening the student’s honesty, integrity, thirst for knowledge, and commitment to improvement; these are the foundation for long-term success.

by Bob Mahmoudi on Tuesday, May 21st, 2013

It might sound pretty high-reaching, but you know it’s the truth. Successful people don’t just go through the motions for temporary glory; they focus on building a strong foundation. It is the most intelligent approach, and it is the right thing to do.

What About Starting in Spring?

“Where there is an open mind, there will always be a new frontier.” ~Kettering

by Drew Mayer on Wednesday, April 24th, 2013

In the ever-evolving world of college admissions, a new admissions option has emerged in recent years that has raised completely new questions and decision options for high school seniors – the Spring Start time.

When most students think about college, they are thinking of the “traditional” college experience – graduate from high school in May or June, have a great last summer with high school friends and family and start at your dream college in August or September. The Spring Start time admissions option has thrown a curve-ball to many students who were thinking of this more “traditional” path. What if you gained admission to your dream college, but were not able to start there until the following January? This Spring Start option begs the question – just how badly do you want to go to your dream college?

Second of 10 Most Important Factors for Success in College Admission And Beyond (Series)

Number TWO: Visit Colleges To Identify Best-Fit Undergraduate Programs and Overcome Brand Names

by Bob Mahmoudi on Friday, April 19th, 2013

In the first post of this series, I emphasized the importance of finding and choosing the student’s best-fit colleges. One way to identify the best fit colleges is through organized, objective college visits. A first-hand campus visit is the most important tool for students and their parents to gain perspective regarding what they like and hope for at the undergraduate program the student will attend.