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Freshman Year: High School vs. College

The difference between being a freshman in high school versus college is like night and day. Learn about the differences and what to expect from each year.

Can You Take the SAT After High School?

This guide will walk you through why you might want to take the SAT after high school, how to register, and what to expect on test day.

1560 SAT Score: Is it good? And what colleges accept it?

In this blog, we’ll dive deep into what a 1560 SAT score means and help you decide which school might be right for you.

Pennsylvania State University vs. University of Pittsburgh

Penn State vs. Pitt: Let’s compare academics, cost, student life, and career opportunities to find your best-fit university in Pennsylvania.

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.

Everything You Need to Know About Financial Aid: Part 2

Financial Aid is an often misunderstood topic when it comes to college admissions. Here are some common mistakes I have found people making.

Writing a Successful Essay for Columbia

Below are specific questions for your essay for Columbia undergraduate applicants for 2018. Let's break these down,

Essay Scoop: Cornell University Essays

Let's discuss how to answer your Cornell University essays for the college application.

Understanding Cornell’s New Technology Campus

It is easy to see why they made this move for Cornell's new technology campus. Let's take a closer look.

How to Build a College List (Part 1: the Safety School)

Applicants may even come to realize that some programs at their safety school are even more interesting and more relevant to them than those at their match or reach schools.

Tracking College Admissions Deadlines

Tracking college admissions deadlines can be a daunting task and quite overwhelming.

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