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Blog posts about college admissions topics such as essays, extracurriculars,  planning, mental health, etc.

12 Resources to Help Your Personal Essay application strategy essays senior year Apr 10, 2023

Skip to the links at the bottom for the resources - before that, though, here is some advice in greater detail on the personal essay writing process.

 

Here’s some material that can help...

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A Guide to Writing a Standout College Essay application strategy essays senior year Apr 10, 2023

The college essay is an important part of the application process. It's an opportunity for students to showcase their personality, interests, and writing skills to admissions officers. Here's a...

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How to Demonstrate Intellectual Curiosity in Your Essays application strategy senior year Apr 10, 2023

Admissions officers often value intellectual curiosity above all other traits. Intellectual curiosity is the desire to learn because of genuine interest or passion. An intellectually curious person...

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How to Improve Brainstorming for Your Essays application strategy essays senior year Apr 10, 2023

The main purpose of brainstorming:

  • Generate creative ideas for your essay. AOs look for patterns and values behind each of the student's answers. Brainstorming is the first step to any writing...
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How to Choose the Right College: Tips and Strategies for High School Students application strategy colleges list future planning senior year Apr 10, 2023

Choosing the right college can be daunting for high school students, especially given the numerous options available. Here are some tips and strategies to help you make the best decision:

  1. Identify...
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What Colleges Look for in an Applicant: A Comprehensive Guide application strategy future planning senior year Apr 10, 2023

When it comes to the college admissions process, there are a lot of factors that schools consider when evaluating applicants. While every school has their own unique criteria, there are some common...

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Navigating College Applications as a First-Generation Student application strategy colleges list senior year Apr 10, 2023

Navigating the college application process can be challenging for any student, but it can be especially daunting for first-generation students. Here are some tips for first-generation students to...

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The Importance of Extracurricular Activities in College Admissions application strategy extracurricular activities future planning senior year Apr 10, 2023

Extracurricular activities are a vital part of the college admissions process. They demonstrate a student's interests, skills, and leadership abilities outside of the classroom. Here are some...

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What You Might Be Wondering as a Student with a Learning Disability application strategy future planning mental health senior year Apr 10, 2023

Should I disclose my learning disability college application?

The main reason to disclose a learning disability on your application is to explain something that might otherwise be puzzling to the...

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How to Research Colleges Effectively: Tools and Strategies for Finding the Right Fit application strategy career options colleges list future planning senior year Apr 10, 2023

Choosing the right college can be a daunting task, especially with so many options available. However, with the right tools and strategies, researching colleges can be a manageable and even...

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Choosing a Major: Tips and Strategies for Making the Right Decision application strategy career options future planning senior year Apr 10, 2023

Choosing a college major is a significant decision that can impact your career path and future opportunities. It's essential to approach the decision thoughtfully and strategically. In this...

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Grade specific advice application strategy freshman year future planning junior year senior year sophomore year Mar 11, 2022
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    • Plan carefully the international language choice; make sure it's one you will carry for 4-years; two years of one language and 2-years of another don't mean...
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