Your student has multiple college acceptances—now what? Former Harvard Admissions Officer Nathalie Galindo Lee shares a practical framework for navigating decision season, comparing financial aid packages, and helping your student choose the right school before the May 1 deadline.

As Early Decision results roll out in the coming days, students and families may feel a mix of anticipation and uncertainty. This post offers grounded guidance on how to prepare for the moment — and how to receive any outcome with clarity, steadiness, and grace.