Day: October 21, 2025

College Application Essay Guidelines and Process

By Dan GodlinOctober 21, 2025

The college application essay process involves planning, writing, and editing essays that reveal who a student truly is. Good application…

Dan Godlin is the Founder & CEO of CollegeCommit, a NYC-based boutique college admissions consulting firm serving high-achieving students worldwide. Over the past 14 years, he has guided 600+ students to top universities, including Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Yale, Columbia, UPenn, UC Berkeley, UCLA, and USC. Dan holds a Bachelor’s degree with honors from NYU, where he studied psychology with a focus on emotional intelligence and human behavior, and now leads a team of senior strategists and mentors who provide highly personalized, data-driven admissions guidance.

College Packing List: What to Bring to College

By Dan GodlinApril 14, 2026

Essential college packing includes Twin XL bedding, shower shoes, a caddy, laundry supplies, command hooks, and cleaning products. Focus on efficient storage (under-bed bins, hangers) and electronics like a laptop, surge-protector power strips, and chargers. Bring 2 weeks of clothes, basic medication, and important documents (ID, insurance)

Day: October 21, 2025

College Application Essay Guidelines and Process

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