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Top 50 Best Universities & Colleges in New York (2026)

Like other top schools across the country, those in NY receive thousands of applications from highly qualified students every year.

50 Best Finance Internships for High School Students

Finance internships for high schoolers provide experience, networking, mentorship, and industry insights, among other benefits. Let’s learn more.

100 Best Art Schools & Colleges in the US (2026 Edition)

There are numerous exceptional colleges and universities around the world that offer outstanding art programs. Here is our list!

Foundational Skills for College and Career Success

What Is a Pre-College Program, and How Do I Find Them?

So what is a pre-college program, and how can it help college applicants succeed?

What to Do Before and During a College Visit

The college visit process is incredibly exciting. For the first time, you're really stepping into the world that you're soon going to inhabit. During your visits, you'll get to experience a taste of university life that's likely to leave you hungry for more.

Which Colleges Should I Visit?

Visiting colleges is one of the most exciting parts of the college application process. Still, you have to face a difficult question: which colleges should I visit?

How To Sell Yourself In Your Essay

College admissions is a bit like marketing. You want to showcase your best self. Sometimes, that's a little difficult to do - especially if you're more into the service part and not the 'public' part. It can be uncomfortable to feel like you are boasting about yourself. Here are a few tips on how to channel your inner rockstar.

How to (Really) Impress Admissions with Extracurriculars

Let's discuss how to actually impress admissions with your extracurriculars to make your hard work count!

The Best Framework for Extracurriculars in High School

We hope the following outline will help you plan a framework for extracurriculars in a more organized fashion.

Essay Scoop: Johns Hopkins University Essay

Drawing on our expertise and experience, here's our guidance on how to successfully address the prompt for this important Johns Hopkins University essay.

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Caltech’s Essays

Today we'll review each essay prompt to help you ace every one. See our guidance below for how to address Caltech's essays for the 2016-17 application cycle.

Essay Scoop: How to Answer Yale Essays

Â Like its Ivy League counterparts, Yale only admits a small percentage of its applicants. The short answer component of the Yale application offers students the opportunity to tell the admission committee more about themselves - Â activities, interests, or experiences that have been meaningful to you and will make you stand out from the rest. Here is some practical advice on what you should include in your responses.

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