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Top Mistakes to Avoid in Your College Applications

Don't let common missteps derail your college dreams. This article reveals the top mistakes to avoid when applying to college.

FAFSA vs. CSS Profile: What’s the Difference?

Confused by college financial aid? Learn the key differences between FAFSA and CSS Profile to maximize your grants, scholarships, and loans.

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!

Writing Your College Essay in Stages: A Week-by-Week Plan

We've created this week-by-week writing schedule to provide a plan amidst the chaos of college applications. Go from idea to essay in four weeks!

Applying to College Early? Early Action vs. Early Decision

Does applying to college early sound good to you? Let's discuss the nuances of each option.

How I Got Accepted to Wake Forest University

I was destined to go to Wake Forest. In this article, I'll share my story of being accepted to Wake Forest.

How Important Are Extracurricular Activities In College Apps?

Many students ask us how important extracurricular activities are in the college apps process. Let's break that down.

The Most Overhyped Component of College Admissions

There are plenty of components that deserve your focused attention. In our view, this is probably the most overhyped entry in college admissions.

Applying to College As An Asian Student

Applying to college as an Asian student may present certain obstacles, but there are opportunities to stand out as well.

Plan Your High School Curriculum for College Acceptance

This article discusses how to best plan out your high school curriculum for college acceptance later down the road.

How Does My GPA Affect College Admissions?

One of the most common questions we get asked every year by high school students revolves around course selection. Often students ask how many Advanced Placement (AP) courses they should take, if they should pursue college courses outside of school, or if they should pursue an International Baccalaureate (IB) program.Â

How to Put the “Student” in Student Athlete

Being a student athlete in high school is hard because you have to balance school work with crazy practice times. It's easy to say "well I like soccer more than calculus, so I'll spend more time on soccer" or "my basketball skills are more likely to get me into a top university than my grades." What a lot of students forget is that it's a lot easier to be a college athlete if you're also a good student.

Which College Major Will Increase Admission Chances?

Which major should I choose to increase my chances of admission? Will college major chances differ between students? I'd like to major in bioengineering at this college. Can you tell me what the admission rates are compared to other programs? I may apply to another if my chances decline in choosing this program.

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