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A Student’s Guide to Booking Exams Outside of School

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150 Colleges That Accept a 3.0 GPA

This article will explore 150 colleges that accept a 3.0 GPA, provide detailed profiles of the top options, and offer tips to boost your application.

Top 88 Colleges with Rolling Admissions in the US

Explore the top US colleges with rolling admissions. Find out which schools offer flexibility in application deadlines and increase your chances of acceptance.

Do Your Homework On College Campus Culture

Knowing the college campus culture and applicable academic research is a great start to finding your home away from home.

Should I Apply To College As An Undecided Major?

Applying to colleges admittedly undecided about your major is actually way harder than centering your application around a focused intended major.

Applying Internationally: Building Your Extracurricular Profile

For those applying internationally, activities are especially important. Here are some options to build your extracurricular profile.Â

Special Holiday Guide: Starting Your College Arts Portfolio

These are quality character traits whether or not you plan on majoring in the arts. It's also a great way to start your college arts portfolio!

Planning an Educational Summer for Your Child

I'm bored. Yeah, it's 6 weeks into summer. We're all bored...unless we plan a stimulating and growth-mindset-building set of challenges and deep dive into something new.Â

College Admissions: Let’s Go Dragon Slaying

Good grades aren't enough to drive admission to a top tier college. What sets you apart is demonstrable weirdness. We'll explain.

How Do I Handle Difficult College Essay Topics?

Wondering how to handle delicate or difficult college essay topics? You're not alone. Deciding how to approach college essay topics like politics and mental health can be a challenge.

Financial Aid for International College Applicants

If you seek financial aid as an international college applicant, it may seem like you have no good options. Don't give up!

Volunteering in High School…Meaningfully

Volunteering in high school can be a moment to define and flex your empathy, all while strengthen your candidacy toward college admission.

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