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Asian American applicants are at a disadvantage in college admissions: what families need to know

SAT/ACT now required. Is the era of test-optional admissions over?

Harvard acceptance rate 2028: What the latest data tells us about your chances of getting in

NYU acceptance rates Class of 2029: how your application stacks up against the competition

Juniors: You Need to Make a College Applications Calendar!

Applying to college isn't just a matter of figuring out how or where or why! There's also when. Don't let a college applications calendar scare you.

Top 30 Online High School Research Programs in Summer

Looking for online research opportunities in STEM for the summer of 2021? Take the chance to participate in activities online this summer.

10 Things I Wish I Knew About College Experience, From a Real Student

When picking a college, students often choose on the criteria of either academic programs and prestige, or a loosely based feeling of "fit." However, there are so many characteristics of a college that are important to consider, especially if you want to have a good college experience outside of the classroom. The campus culture, location, opportunities, and extracurricular options will affect you everyday life, your happiness, and, in some cases, your future career.

Unweighted and Weighted GPA Explained

PSA: For Those of You Taking a Gap Year

Are SAT Subject Tests Really That Important Anymore?

Standardized testing has been a hot topic on our blog this year as well as in the world of college admissions. SAT Subject Tests are no exception!

The Real Cost of College

You may think you know what the cost of your college degree will be...but have you factored in all the hidden fees?

High School Entrepreneur Programs to Actually Help Teens Launch Startups

A good high school entrepreneur program can provide a boost. We have a list of entrepreneurship programs for high school students.

Spotlight: How to Be Yourself in 500 Words (or Less)

I want to emphasize that there will always be some serendipity in college acceptances. At the end of the day, you can only be yourself.

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