MSquared Educational Consulting

05/08/2026

I made a FREE app for high-level college sorting for families navigating college admission for their teens, and for college counselors who want a quick desktop reference!

Read my post for more on how this came to be, who it's for, and how to use it.

Give it a spin, and send any feedback or suggestions my way!

https://open.substack.com/pub/msquaredcounseling/p/moodys-college-almanac-is-here

05/04/2026

My latest Substack piece is a reflection on the college essay, and vignettes from all the stories my class of 2026 told. https://open.substack.com/pub/msquaredcounseling/p/the-stories-they-told?r=1sj3kb&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web

04/12/2026

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04/12/2026

Follow my substack for timely articles on college admission!

I write about college admission– how it works and what really matters for families. I have been quoted in the New York Times, Town & Country, and other media outlets and published in The Chronicle of Higher Education.

04/12/2026

03/17/2026

I'm trying a new direction-- more frequent posts on timely ideas for college admission thinking, shared on a Substack.

Today I shared some thoughts inspired by recent conversations about how sneakily anxiety can creep in and shape the college search experience.

I promise I won't abuse technology and resources excessively for more images of myself in a pith helmet... but you should know that working with me involves some silliness here and there.

Read, share and subscribe if it's up your alley.

On getting a head start in the wrong direction

03/11/2026

Admissions advice has become big business. Here’s what one industry veteran thinks you should look for—and avoid—when seeking help from an outside adviser.

03/09/2026

Read my advice on what to look for and what to avoid when looking for college admission help! https://substack.com//p-190435640

08/26/2025

I am so excited to share the official launch of the Solstice College Counseling Network!

We are a group of student-centered, deeply experienced college admission experts helping kids around the world.

We are not a group practice, but a referral and professional network for folks with at least ten years of experience in great independent school college counseling offices, and in admission offices.

Find out more at solsticecollegecounselors dot com!

08/15/2025

Navigating college applications can be tricky! Discover whether a private college counselor is the right choice for your family, and how to choose, with advice from great pros.

https://www.msquaredcounseling.com/post/do-you-need-a-private-college-counselor-akil-bello-asks-a-big-question