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1470 SAT Score: Is It Good? And What Colleges Accept It?

Got a 1470 SAT score? Find out what 1470 means for your college admissions prospects and which colleges are within your reach.

Do Honors Classes Boost Your GPA?

Learn how honors classes can elevate your GPA, impress colleges, and set you apart. Explore strategies for success without overwhelming yourself.

University of Georgia vs. Georgia Tech

UGA vs. Georgia Tech: Compare academics, costs, student life, and outcomes to find your perfect fit between Georgia's top universities.

30 Things Princeton University is Known For

College-bound students interested in applying to one or more of the Ivy League schools have to consider Princeton.

Williams College News Research in Monkey Behavior

Recently, an associate professor of Psychology, Nate Kornell, pioneered innovative research in primate behavior. Let's hear the latest in Williams College news.

Spotlight: How to Make The Most of College

College is a beautiful opportunity that a lot of kids undervalue. So let's talk about how to start making the most of college from day one.

How Community Service Gets You Into a Top College

Community service is something that nearly every college hopeful should explore. It leads to other potential opportunities, ranging from scholarships to awards to honors certificates.

Senior Strategies: 4 Productivity Hacks for Students

Upperclassmen facing the freedom of graduation will especially want to have some tricks up your sleeve. Here are four great productivity hacks for students.

Junior Journey: Specific Study Tips for Science

Science offers the opportunity to participate as you learn. How can you study to get higher grades? Use the following study tips for science:

How Sports Can Help You Get Into a Top School

Sports success demonstrates some important personal qualities! So let's take a closer look at how sports can help you get into a top school.

Spotlight: How I Got Into a Top Liberal Arts College

I had no idea where Oberlin, OhioÂ was. Not to mention the fact that it was a top liberal arts college and potentially, my future.

Early Decision vs. Early Action

From regular decision to early decision vs. early action, there is a lot to learn. Below are the most common types of decisions and what they mean.

Does Senior Year GPA Matter?

Colleges will often post a GPA "minimum" that each student must have. So, does senior year GPA matter?

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