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Most students start preparing for college too late. Learn why it’s best to begin college prep as early as 9th grade and how Persimmon Admissions can help you plan each step. When Do Most Students Start College Prep? Many school counselors recommend students begin preparing for college at the end of their junior year, when it's time to ask teachers for letters of recommendation. However, the ideal time to prepare for college starts much earlier . Ideally, you should be preparing for college as...

Confused about which Common App essay prompt to answer? Try the Persimmon Method for picking the perfect prompt and learn the secret question admissions officers are really asking. For the 2025-2026 application season, the Common App has released seven prompts to choose from: Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story. The lessons we...