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UC Application Tips: How to Prepare for When the Portal Opens

UC application tips to stay ahead: Learn key steps, tasks, and timelines to prepare before the UC portal opens on August 1. Don’t wait!

What are the Best Engineering Colleges in the U.S.?

If you are debating which engineering college to go to, consider these tips to help you pick the best one for you.

25 Best Business Schools For Undergraduates (2025 Edition)

Looking to major in business for your undergraduate degree? Here are the top business schools for undergrads in the United States!

Carnegie Mellon Acceptance Rate: How Hard Is It to Get In?

What is driving Carnegie Mellon’s shrinking acceptance rate — and more importantly, what does this mean for today’s high school students?

Your Guide to the UT Austin Application

Let's dive into the application process! Read on for your guide to the UT Austin application.

When Applying Early to College Can Pay Off

The college admission code isn't a code that can be cracked easily. There are no hard and fast rules that apply for all colleges and the selection criteria aren't entirely objective. But data can provide us with some clues into admission chances.

What Can You Do in High School to Prepare for College?

Wondering what you can do in high school to prepare for college? Our team has advice to get you started on the right foot.

Our Top Picks for BS/MD Programs

Accelerated BS/MD programs are growing in popularity. In this article, we'll review our top picks for the BS/MD path.

SAT and ACT Timeline – Planning the Tests

The SAT/ACT is a daunting eventuality for any university-bound student. While some students have begun their college preparation even before getting to high school, other than keeping good grades, a standardized test is the first big step towards college admittance.

3 Small, Surefire Ways to Practice for the SAT

Do you need to practice for the SAT? I hated the SAT but I got a pretty darn good score. And I got it by doing three small but pivotal things to prepare.

How to Manage AP Exam Stress

Exam period can be an extremely stressful time for students and AP exams are no exception. When stress gets the better of us, it can really affect performance.Â But how do you conquer test nerves? Below are some strategies to remain calm and put your best foot forward during the AP exam period.

Planning and Preparing for AP Exams

Planning and preparing for AP exams can help ensure you get the highest score you can, and save you the trouble and hassle of needing to retake the tests.

Book Club: Light Reading for High Schoolers

Regardless of whether you're pursuing a career in STEM, social sciences, or the arts it is important to continue your growth in literacy. In previous book club posts, we've talked about how reading can act as a calm space in the craziness of college preparation, as well as develop your writing and creative thinking skills. In addition to these outstanding literacy benefits, reading regularly can provide you with new experiences, perspectives, and life lessons that will help you become a more well-rounded student and individual. With that said, here are few reads to add to your spring reading list:

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