5 Topics to Avoid in Your CommonApp Essay
Posted byThe Importance of the Essay Though your test scores, grades, and resume give college admissions a zoomed-out summary of you as an applicant, the essay allows the officers to learn...
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Do’s and Don’ts for High School Juniors
Posted byOnce you’ve decided that college is for you, there’s a lot to do before you can start writing essays, requesting letters of recommendation, and filling out the Common Application. There...
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Reality Check: Are High Schoolers Ready for College?
Posted byBeing prepared is a critical — and perhaps the most important — skill for college-bound high school students. Feeling unprepared when you have to face a challenge causes stress and...
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Avoid These 10 FAFSA Mistakes
Posted byIt’s FAFSA time. Parents of college-bound teens and current college students are amping up to file this all-important financial aid document. The sooner you complete the Free Application for Financial...
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Is the SAT Making a Comeback? Why Top Schools are Rolling Back their Test-Optional Policies
Posted byWidespread impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic didn’t spare the college admissions process. Students who had not yet taken the SAT or had hoped to retake it for a better score...
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How to Help Your Teen Pick a College – and Stay Sane!
Posted byThe college admissions process can feel overwhelming for you and your teen. As a parent, you play a crucial role in guiding your child through this process. But where do...
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