Lily Calcagnini —writer at CollegeVine

Lily is a History and Literature concentrator at Harvard University who is doing her darnedest to write a thesis about all of her favorite things at once: fashion, contemporary culture, art journalism, and Europe. A passionate learner, she cares deeply about helping high school students navigate the process of college admissions, whether it be through private essay tutoring or sharing advice on the CollegeVine blog.

Recent articles by Lily Calcagnini

The Harvard Interview: What It’s Like, from a Harvard Student

5 minute read
Applying to College College Interview

To Study or Not to Study — Abroad, That Is: High School Students’ Questions Answered

6 minute read
Extracurricular Activities Summer Activities

5 Steps to an Effective Resume

7 minute read
Extracurricular Activities

Colleges that are Great Beyond the Famous Eight: How Success and Achievement Exist outside the Ivy League, Too

7 minute read
Applying to College College Lists

4 Great Questions to Ask Your College Interviewer

5 minute read
Applying to College College Interview

3 Kinds of Questions Your College Interviewer Doesn’t Want to Hear

4 minute read
Applying to College College Interview

Envisioning a New Future: Preparing for Life at Your Second-Choice (or Third, or Fourth) School

5 minute read
Applying to College Waitlist and Deferral

A Guide to Freshman Pre-Orientation Programs

5 minute read
Applying to College

Planning a Personal Statement Strategy: How and When to Write the Right One

4 minute read
Applying to College College Essays Common App Essay Tips

A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Recommendation Letters

6 minute read
Applying to College Recommendation Letters

All the Right Moves, on All the Right Campuses: 5 Not-So-Obvious Things To Do On Your Campus Visits

4 minute read
Applying to College College Lists