Day: September 10, 2026

How to Write an Overcoming Challenges Essay

By Dan GodlinSeptember 10, 2026

A strong overcoming challenges essay centers on what a student did after a setback, not on the setback itself. Admissions officers read this essay to see problem-solving in action.

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.

Best Colleges for Cheerleading: Top Programs and Team Options

By Dan GodlinFebruary 27, 2026

The best colleges for cheerleading combine strong coaching, a track record at nationals, and real support from the athletic department. The sport runs on two circuits, UCA in Orlando each January and NCA in Daytona Beach each April, and most of the programs below compete on one or the other.

Day: September 10, 2026

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