Road Less Traveled

  On the surface, there might not seem to be much connection between embarking on an ambitious trip across the country or even abroad, and what looks good on college applications . Surely, being a diligent straight A student is more likely to help your teen stand out than the fact that they spent their summer in Alaska, the Galapagos, or Mallorca… or is it?  At The Road Less Traveled, we don’t seek to argue that your teen having traveled internationally will count for more in the eyes of leading colleges than excellent grades. That question is, of course, greatly subjective. Plus, we can’t pretend to know the exact selection criteria and priorities of every leading school out there.  However, what is evident is that teens today face considerable competition for places at the most prestigious and sought-after colleges. Your child faring well academically will certainly greatly help their college application, but they will also be competing against many other young ...