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ACT vs SAT: What’s the Difference?

Understanding the differences between the ACT and the SAT will usually help you make this critical decision.

Gap Year Strategies: Turning Time Off Into a Standout Application Asset

Tools That Help Students Stay Focused and Succeed

What Colleges Offer Strong Support for Dyslexia?

Who Should Not Apply to College Early?

All the talk of early decision and early action regarding college applications can make many high school students think that they, too, should apply to college early. However, early decision or actionÂ is not for everyone. While finishing college applications early may sound relieving, some students are susceptible to early rejections instead. So who shouldn't apply to college early?Â

11 Colleges with the Best Financial Aid Packages

In this article, we look at what makes a good financial aid package so you can evaluate your offers. Finally, we provide a list containing a number of colleges with the best financial aid packages.

My First College Semester: What Classes Should I Take?

Instead of stressing about what you'll do once you arrive on campus, start planning ahead now for your first college semester.

How to Do Well on the LSAT

If you're applying to law school, then you should know that your scores on the LSAT can make or break your acceptance into certain schools. Therefore, it's imperative that you spend a fair amount of time preparing so you do well. Don't make the mistake of thinking all standardized tests are alike though. While tests like the SAT and the ACT test your knowledge of certain subjects, the LSAT focuses on deductive reasoning. So consider what it means to do well on the LSAT, and how you can practice and prepare to increase your score.

Does Declaring a Major on My Application Help My Chances?

Does it hurt your chances not to declare a major? In other words, does declaring a major on your application help you get into college?

What Questions Should I Ask During a College Visit?

You can be easily overwhelmed by all the excitement during a college visit and forget what you're looking for! Here's a handy list to help you out.

Essay Scoop: How to Answer UCLA Essays

UCLA wants college students with rich experiences and diverse perspectives to compose the incoming classes. Below is some helpful advice on how to respond to each of the UCLA essays!

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Carnegie Mellon Essays

Established in the early 1900's by a self-educated, Scottish "working boy" who loved books, Andrew Carnegie, Carnegie Mellon University is known for innovation, for solving real-world problems and for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Georgetown Essays

In this article, we'll provide the inside scoop on the Georgetown essays to help make your application shine.

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