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10 Important Essay Editing Tips

Here are 10 valuable tips to incorporate into your editing process to perfect your drafts and submit essays you feel confident about.

How to Prepare for Your College Tour and Visit

In this guide, we're exploring all things college visits! We've gathered exciting tips and actionable information to prepare you for campus tours.

2025 Middlebury Acceptance Rate & How It Affects You

Discover Middlebury’s acceptance rate and other key admissions statistics. We’ll learn what it takes to get admitted to this top Vermont college.

Summer Edge: Activities that Boost your College Apps

Discover key summer activities (from internships to passion projects) that actually impress universities. Don’t let summer slip away!

A Thorough Look at This Year’s 3.85% Columbia Acceptance Rate & Strategies for Success

With a Columbia University acceptance rate of just 3.85%, gaining admission to the school isn’t an easy process for any student.

What States Host the Best Summer Internships?

If you’re lucky enough to live in the right state, you could also land some of the best summer internships listed here!

College Transfer Counselor: 15 Helpful Tips for Your Search

Are you looking for a college transfer counselor but unsure where to begin or what you should consider? Our guide gives you helpful 15 tips to get started.

Juniors: How to Get on Track with College Prep

Read tips for juniors to kickstart college prep. From researching colleges to exploring financial aid, this guide will help you stay on track for admissions.

How to Find the Best College Advisor for You

Discover the steps to finding the college advisor for you. Assess your needs, seek recommendations, and evaluate support services to navigate higher education.

19 Computer Science Research Opportunities for High School Students

In this blog post, we will explore a variety of computer science research programs and internships available to high school students in 2024.

15 Pro Tips for Finding University Admissions Counselors in 2025

Our guide features tips to help you find the right counselor. Learn how to seek personalized advice and ensure you get the college support needed.

Ivy League College Counselors: 10 Tips to Help You Find a Match

Discover 10 essential tips from Ivy League college counselors to help you find your perfect match. Learn how to navigate the admissions process, select the right college, and boost your chances of success.

75 Best Senior Project Ideas (2025 Edition)

Senior projects are meant to be long-term projects that allow high school students to step outside of what their high school classes teach.

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