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Common App Essay Topics: Top Examples 2025

Master the 2025-26 Common App prompts with expert tips, creative topic ideas, and real-life examples of winning college essays from students just like you.

Building a College Resume: Activities to Include This Year

Build a powerful college resume! Discover the best extracurricular activities and top themes to highlight your strengths to admissions committees.

How to Write a Personal Statement for College Admissions?

Letters of Recommendation: How to Ask the Right Way

Need a letter of recommendation? Learn how to ask the right way. This guide helps you pick the best recommender and gives tips for a seamless request.

Top 10 Scholarships for Science and Engineering Majors

These top science and engineering scholarships will help fund your academic and career goals.

AP History Classes

Explore the world of AP history classes with course overviews, exam tips, and study strategies to excel and boost your college applications.

Best Medical School Scholarships for 2024

A list of the best medical school scholarships out there in 2024.

Scholarships for Vet Tech, OTA, and Graphic Design Programs

Financial aid's role in making specialized programs like Veterinary Technology, Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), and Graphic Design accessible to students.

From Shop Floor to Maintenance & Reliability Professional

How Maria transformed her career for today’s fast-paced world.

Supporting First-Generation College Families

Recently, employers have recognized the value of supporting employee families through meaningful benefits.

From High School Caretaker to UC Berkeley

Ryan's family emigrated from Jordan when he was just a child. Like many immigrant families, they came with dreams of a better life and new opportunities.

Stanford vs. UC Berkeley: Choosing Your Perfect Fit

Let’s dive into the details of Stanford vs. UC Berkeley from a college counseling perspective to help you make an informed decision.

Top 10 Scholarships for Computer Science Majors

Discover 10 of the top scholarships for computer science majors, offering financial support and unique opportunities to fuel your tech career.

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