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How to Clean Up Your Social Media for College Admission

We have one more item for students to add to their college admission to-do lists: Clean up your social media! Here’s why it’s important and what to review.

by Isabel Kumar

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How to Set Up an Effective Exercise Routine Living in a Dorm

Looking for an effective daily exercise routine that's easy to keep up with? We've got some ideas for you, including equipment you can buy for your dorm.

by Kelly Koeppel

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7 Savvy Habits to Help You Become a Highly Effective Student

Want to become a highly effective student with better grades and less stress at school? Check out these seven smart habits you should develop.

by Hunter Maguire

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How to Balance Multiple Leadership Positions in High School

Being the leader of a club in high school is stressful enough, but what about multiple? Here's some advice on how to balance all your responsibilities.

by Justin Mathew

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Full– or Part–Time School: 5 Questions to Help You Decide

Most undergraduates attend college full-time, but it's not right for everyone. Ask these five questions to determine if full- or part-time is best for you.

by Callie McGill

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3 Important Questions to Ask About Student Government

Student government is an amazing leadership opportunity in high school and college. Here are the answers to three common questions students ask about it.

by Laura Wallace

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The Top 5 Do's and Don'ts for Letters of Recommendation

Whether you need a recommendation for college, an internship, or a job, you need to request it early for your recommenders. Here are some do's and don'ts!

by Natalie Johnson

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Why It's Crucial to Care for Your Mental Health in College

With the excitement of freshman year, some college students neglect their mental health. Here are some ways to preserve your health and have a great semester.

by Shivani Ekkanath

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Bad Advice You Should Ignore If You Want to Be a Writer

Everyone has an opinion on what you should do to become a great writer. But this article is different—it tells you what NOT to do.

by Kara E. Joyce

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5 Common Myths About Catholic College Life, Busted!

You have to be religious to fit in at a Catholic campus, right? Wrong! Let's debunk this and other common misconceptions about going to a Catholic college.

by Christiane Townsend

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7 Things You Must Do Your Freshman Year of College

There are certain things you shouldn't miss out on during freshman year. Get involved early and find great opportunities throughout college with this advice!

by Emily Rogan

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4 Important Factors to Help Your Teen Choose a College

One of the biggest college search mistakes is doing it haphazardly. Here are four key areas to focus on when helping your teen find their best-fit college.

by Steve Dorfman

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Portfolios, Home Tests, and Other Special Art School Applications

If you're planning on applying to an art or architecture school, be prepared for a few extra requirements along with your typical college application.

by Jung Paek

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5 Great Reasons to Consider Attending an HBCU

Historically Black Colleges and Universities have a lot to offer and welcome students of all races and backgrounds. Here's why you should consider applying!

by Saleema Diallo

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Learn and Live With the Benefits of a Residential College

Residential colleges are a great way to get the resources of a large university but the community of a small college. Here's what to know about these special programs.

by Sara Karnish

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How to Find More Scholarships During National Scholarship Month

November is National Scholarship Month! Ensure your scholarship search is successful with these six tips on how to get organized, where to look, and more.

by Katherine Price

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Great Mental Health Habits for Students to Establish

Students should always strive to continue to find and employ long-lasting positive mental health habits. Here are some ideas for you!

by Pilar Zapata Thompson

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Why You Should Visit as Many Colleges as Possible

Some students only visit their top-choice colleges, but it's important to see what other schools offer, even if they're at the bottom of your list. Here's why!

by Mannah Patel

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3 Myths You Should Know About Creative Scholarships

Creative scholarships are a great and often unutilized resource for paying for college. Here are three things you probably assume about them that aren't true.

by Jean O'Toole

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10 Tips to Help You Write a Winning Scholarship Essay

It's worth it to put in the extra effort and apply to scholarships that require essays. Learn how to write those essays with ease using these 10 tips.

by Jean O'Toole