Finishing the UC Application Over Thanksgiving Break

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I remember as a senior, college applications loomed large around this time of year. And I had barely cracked the UC essays. I sat in my living room, staring at the questions, hoping the essays would just write themselves.

3 Brain Hijacks to Stop Procrastinating

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You’ve checked your phone so many times that your wrist is sore. So, you take a break, staring at the ceiling. Maybe it’s time for a snack? Maybe it’s time to go to bed early? But maybe, just maybe, it’s time to stop procrastinating on your big assignment.

How to Prepare for College During Winter Break

winter break college apps planning

Many universities offer STEM focused camps to get more students interested in science majors. While it’s easy to find a local STEM program, you should know that there are two great camps that offer a unique experience. 

Underclass Update: 7 Tips for Time Management in High School

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I recently offered to help my procrastination-prone younger brother edit his college applications. He brought his essays to me the night they were due, giving me his analysis of his own study skills: “I always do my assignments last-minute, and I’m doing fine,” which is ostensibly true — he’s a stellar high school student with impressive extracurriculars.Â