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How do you choose which college essay topic you want to write on
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How to Choose a College Application Essay Topic

By Tom JagerLast updated on December 22, 2022
A special time comes along with the fall of your senior year. Most of your written papers and other projects are completed and students are getting ready for some major work that will determine their future in college. Colleges end up rejecting many of those students because of the application essay topic they pick due …
Take these steps to increase your college readiness
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How to Increase Your College Readiness

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
We’ve done a post on what college readiness means. Now it’s time to address how to increase your college readiness so that you are as prepared as possible for your new life chapter. And remember, the skills that will get you by in college will also be used in the workplace. So maybe we should …
Puppies are just one way to boost your GPA
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Unique Ways to Boost Your GPA

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022
Have you found yourself feeling anxious about your GPA, and wondering how you can boost it? Look no further! There are a lot of little tips and tricks for you to utilize to put your best foot forward and succeed. Besides the obvious doing the readings and studying, there are other more psychological hacks you …
Sophomores can start prepping for college!
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A High School Sophomore’s College Planning Guide

By Allison WignallLast updated on April 20, 2023
You may think college prep can wait another year, but current college students will tell you otherwise. Sure, college applications and the FAFSA don’t have to be turned in until your senior year, but, the early bird gets the worm and early sophomores get the jumpstart on college. Starting your college planning as a sophomore …
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What is the Coalition Application?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
You’ve probably heard of the Common Application, but what about the Coalition Application? It came out a few years ago, and it may be worth your time to explore the differences. Here’s what you need to know about the Coalition Application, its pros and cons, and how it stacks up against the Common App. What …
Like a yellow flower that stands out in a field of red flowers, there are ways for you to stand out on college applications
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Beyond Grades and Test Scores: How Students Stand Out on College Applications

By Carlos CanoLast updated on December 22, 2022
Often, I get asked the question, “how do I make myself stand out in the college process?” This can be a challenge even after the major pieces of the application process: the application, the transcript, standardized test scores, recommendation letters, and the essay. With the exception of the application (because, let’s be honest, demographic information isn’t all that …
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The Pros and Cons of Taking AP Classes in High School

By Allison WignallLast updated on May 28, 2024
Advanced Placement (AP) classes are a fantastic way to show academic rigor in your schedule and impress college admissions officers. AP classes offer more of a challenge than a general or core class. They’re often considered difficult but rewarding by students who take them. But with every benefit, there is a drawback. What are the …

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