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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!

The SAT and the ACT: Behind the Acronyms

Let's take a look at what history lies behind the acronyms.

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!

How to Thoroughly Research a College Before Applying

For starters, what even goes into the process when you begin to research a college? Let's explore how to do so thoroughly.

Getting into Stanford as an Artist

Stanford has made a conscious effort to improve its programs and facilities in dance, music, art practice, and art history. This article discusses my journey of getting into Stanford as an artist.

College Fit vs. College Rankings: What Matters Most?

Let's investigate how we need to change the narrative to college fit (vs. college rankings) when we support students with applications.

Essay Scoop: How to Write Stanford Essays

Your essay needs to show the qualities about you. Let's discuss how to write Stanford essays that will boost your chances of admission.

How to Build a College List (Part 2: Match Schools)

Before an applicant starts putting down "match" schools on his or her list, we should consider a few points.

Essay Scoop: University of Pennsylvania Essay

Let's analyze how to respond to the University of Pennsylvania essay prompts to give yourself a strong impression.

Study Skills To Help You Ace This School Year

The study skills we develop in high school influence how weÂ will study and work for the rest of our lives. That's why it's important to make sure you study smart!

College Admissions for Homeschooled Students

Because homeschooled students have various coursework, testing methods, and measures of course completion, it is more difficult to compare them to students who attend high school. Let's lay this all out. Because homeschool students have various coursework, testing methods, and measures of course completion, it is more difficult to compare them to students who attend high school.

Exercises to Improve Your Writing

English used to be my worst subject in high school. There were a couple practices I used to improve my writing that you could also utilize.

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