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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?

Does My High School Ranking Matter?

You may have seen various local news sources in your area boast when a particular high school ranks well for the area, state, or even country. It can be difficult to know if you should take these rankings seriously though. After all, some question whether or not college rankings even matter, so why would the ranking of a high school matter?Â

Should I Take a Gap Year?

Students who have taken a gap year can learn so much about themselves and develop such maturity that some universitiesÂ actively encourage the practice.

Help: I Missed Most College Deadlines!

For many, life goes back to normal for a while. However, if you missed college deadlines for whatever reason, you're likely feeling the exact opposite.

How to Spend a Gap Year Effectively

How exactly you should most effectively spend your gap year depends very much on your goal. With that said, here are some options for great ways to spend your gap year.

Popular Majors for Pre-Law Students

If you hope to become a lawyer, then you're probably already considering schools. Let's discuss some popular majors for pre-law students in this article.

Am I Behind In the College Application Process?

Whether you feel behind in the college application process or just want to check that you're on the right track, follow with us!

What Are Supplemental Materials?

Know what makes good supplemental materials for college applications before you decide to send any in.

5 Ways To Turn your Passion Into Impact

There's no better time for young teens to get involved. Here, we've collected a few tips on how to turn your passion into impact and stand out from the pack.

4 Tips For Essay Inspiration

One of the hardest part of starting and finishing a college application is the essay. Here are a few tips to get the creative juices flowing. Say goodbye to writer's block!

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