I started Smart College Admission because I realized families weren’t asking the right questions about college.
People seemed to think “if I am accepted to [BRAND NAME SCHOOL] everything will be perfect.” That isn’t how it works. What really matters is what happens after you are accepted! There was such a focus on the process of applying that the actual experience of the next four years was an afterthought at best.
Students were choosing a brand name instead of finding a place they would thrive, and the outcomes were less than ideal. Smart College Admission teaches families how to find a college where their students will thrive. I am a college expert with more than 20 years of higher education experience, a master’s degree in college student development, and a former admission officer for a highly competitive college. Let me help.
My name is Holly McCord Duncan and I am a college expert.
I am a former admission officer, have a Master’s in college student development, and more than 20 years of higher education experience. Let me put your worries to rest. Schedule your free consultation in the form below, and let me show you how to reduce your stress.
I can find the right school where your kid will THRIVE, not just survive.
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