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4 Ways to Help Manage Your Teen's High School Stress
This may come as no surprise to parents, but teens experience excessive amounts of stress. Here are ways you can help them manage it during high school.
by Robyn Scott
US University Admission: 5 Areas to Focus on to Increase Your Chances
What’s the secret to US university acceptance? There's no magic trick that helps, but it’s smart to focus on these five areas for a better application.
Top 3 Strategies for Writing Your Best College Personal Statement
The personal statement is an important part of the college admission process. So how do you write your best essay? Here are three key strategies to follow.
3 Essential and Simple Tips for IELTS Test Prep Success
Nervous about taking the IELTS? Here are three tips to help ease your mind and make taking the test a little less daunting.
by David Recine
5 Recent and Interesting College Admission Trends Students Should Know About
College admission sees unique trends every cycle that can be crucial for future applicants. Take note of these five recent trends for a great application.
How to Get Accepted to a Direct Medical Program
Medical school acceptance is competitive, so many students decide to apply to BS/MD programs. Make your application stand out with this expert advice.
7 Important Things to Assist Your Students With During Junior and Senior Year
Supporting students through academics and college admission is an important part of a counselor's job. Here are some areas to help them stay on track.
2 Important Questions About College Recommendation Letters You Need Answered
You likely have many questions about college recommendations, but these two will help you get the best letters possible. Great recs are a quick read away!
College Search Differences: US vs. International Students
International students should be focusing on different key details in the college search than their US peers. Here's what CollegeXpress student writer Pilar wants you to know.
5 Insider Tips for BS/MD Admission Success
Impress direct-entry medical program admission committees with these top tips on writing a great essay, avoiding mistakes, showing commitment, and more.
Top 6 Things Juniors Can Do Right Now to Prepare for College Admission
Junior year of high school is when students should really start preparing for college admission. Here are six things you can do now to get ready!
Quick Advice for Taking on Student Leadership Positions
Taking on leadership positions in high school can be rewarding for self-growth and college applications. Here's how to earn them and excel in any role.
College Application Stressors and How to Overcome Them
Applying to college can be stressful. From academic pressure to financial worries, learn about common stressors and practical strategies to manage them.
by Aja Chavez
Unlocking Ivy League Gates: 5 Important Keys to Elite College Admission
The Ivy League isn't the end-all, be-all of admission. But if you're driven to seek out top-tier schools, here's how you can get the keys to the Ivy gates!
How to Stay on Track in Community College
Many community college students end up enrolled way longer than anticipated: the dreaded seven-year plan. Here's how to avoid a long academic journey.
by Robyn Scott
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.
How to Make Your Student Activities Count Whenever You Join
Making your extracurriculars count is important to college admission. Here’s how to have meaningful experiences with high school student activities.
5 Recent Changes in BS/MD Program Admission Cycles
BS/MD programs are extremely competitive but rewarding for aspiring medical students. Here are five admission trends of note to help improve your chances.
Thankful for You: National School Counseling Week 2022
In honor of this special week, we asked the CollegeXpress community what they appreciate about their counselors. Here are just some amazing shoutouts!
How to Motivate Yourself to Start College Applications
You know you have to start your college applications, but you could use some inspiration or something at this point. Here's the motivation you're looking for.
by Bella Medina
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