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Best High School Medical Internships in California (2025)

Looking to stand out in the medical or pre-medical field of study? Find a unique high school internship in medicine in California.

Excel Courses for College Students Compared: Certificates, Cost & Skill Gains

Writing an Informative Essay That Teaches and Engages

Narrative Essay: A Step-by-Step Guide to Powerful Storytelling

Senior Year: Your Dream College Application Timeline

Looking for a ready-made dream college application timeline? Senior year is exciting and filled with lots of activities, but not the time to slack off.

Dealing with Application Stress

With application season about to be in full swing, it's not uncommon for students develop the so-called "application stress" that persists throughout the majority of first semester of senior year.

What NOT to Include in Your College Application

In this article, we review the type of material you do not want to include in your college application.

School Scoop: Public or Private High School?

Curious about what path will set your student up for the most success in college? Should we choose public or private high school?

Public vs. Private School: Which One Is Right For Me?

In this article, we want to dispel the myths of private vs. public school, the challenges at each, and the benefits of going to each.

Student Perspective: Public or Private College?

Choosing where you want to spend your next four years? One of the most important questions you might face is whether to opt for public or private college.

Public vs Private Colleges: 4 Myths That Are (Kinda) True

Throughout college admissions history, there has been an ongoing debate regarding the relative merits of public vs. private colleges.

Deferred from a College: Now What?

In other words, you will receive a final admissions decision in April. So if you were deferred from a college, what can you do about it? If you are deferred, this means that your application will be reevaluated during the regular admissions cycle, and you will receive a final admissions decision in April.

College Admissions Counseling Helps You Get Into College

Applying for college can be an overwhelming experience, but college admissions counseling can help to simplify the journey.

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