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How Much Does Legacy Help in College Admissions?

If my parent/s or grandparent/s graduated from a college, am I guaranteed admission there? How much does legacy matter in college admissions?Â

How to Approach College Admissions Essays

In this article, we will review the basics for submitting applications, and common pitfalls students make when writing college admissions essays.

The Scoop on Teacher Letters of Recommendation

Here we'll answer the what's, who's, when's, and other details about teacher letters of recommendation.

How to Write a Perfect Thank You Letter in College Apps

Nothing says good manners and thoughtfulness like a thank you letter! Let's go over the basics of how to write these important notes.

How to Get a Small College Experience at a Big University

What's this student to do? There are a number of ways you can get a small college experience at a big university.

International Baccalaureate: What You Need to Know

Fewer high school students understand the International Baccalaureate program. Here's what you need to know.

Making the Most of a College Fair

College fairs are a great way to start your college search. You can gain a lot of information about a number of colleges in a short amount of time. However, college fairs can also overwhelm students, so it helps to have an idea of what making the most of a college fair means. Following these six simple guidelines will help you do well at a college fair.

Student Scoop: Carnegie Mellon

When you fuse the best of those and add a hint of afternoon-bagpipe-playing-in-the-middle-of-campus, the result is profoundly unique: Carnegie Mellon.

Student Scoop: Claremont McKenna College

As a rising sophomore, I believe that choosing to attend Claremont McKenna College has been one of my best life decisions.