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12 Free Online Resources Every High School Student Should Know About

The internet has a plethora of resources to help high school students navigate their college journey. Check out these 12 free websites you should bookmark!

by Danielle Steen

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Five Thoughtful Steps to Help You Make Your Final College Decision

It's coming down to the wire on choosing the college you're going to attend. Time to make a tough decision! This advice will help you make a good choice.

by CollegeXpress

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Video: How to Prepare for Your Senior Year of High School

In this video, student vlogger Zenavieve walks you through all the important things you need to know to be prepared for your senior year of high school.

by CollegeXpress

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5 Examples of Real Passion Projects That Admission Officers Love

Whether you're helping the community or inventing environmental solutions, these passion projects are sure to get you noticed by admission representatives.

by Kristen Moon

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9 Personal Statement Tips for Law School Applicants

Your personal statement for law school holds a lot of weight. Here are some tips from a Director of Admissions on how to write the best essay possible!

by Michelle L'Etoile

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How to Pick a Major for Med School

If you are a high school student with your sights set on medical school, it can be hard to determine what you need to do to get there.

by Barry Duerr

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10 Uncommon Questions to Ask in Your College Search

It's important to go beyond the basic info during your college search. If these 10 questions aren't already on your college admission radar, they should be!

by Therese Castro

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Go Greek! Or Don't: What I Learned by Joining (and Quitting) a Sorority

An honest and straightforward account of one young woman's sorority experience.

by Krysten Gross

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Ivy League Admission for International Students: Part 3

In this last installment, international students can learn about essays, application details, and final things to keep in mind for Ivy League admission.

by Matt Larriva

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What's the Difference Between Scholarships and Grants?

Unlike loans, scholarships and grants are types of aid that you don't have to pay back. Learn more about these options for paying for college now.

by Sara Lindberg; Anna Serio

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5 Important Conversations for Students of Color on Campus Tours

As a student of color, finding a diverse, equitable college is all about asking questions that lead to the right conversations. Here's what to ask about!

by Dr. Ciera Graham

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Public and Private Colleges That Think Outside the Box

There are standard traits of private and public colleges. But no all schools stay in their lanes! These colleges toe the line between private and public.

by Megan Rosta

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10 Powerful Advantages of Attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities

HBCUs are rich in history, culture, and academic excellence. If you need more convincing, here are 10 advantages for students considering these schools.

by CollegeXpress

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College–Prep Homeschooling: What Records Do Colleges Want?

Every state has its own requirements regarding what records homeschools need to maintain. What should you be preparing? Use this advice and checklist to keep track!

by Dr. David Byers

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Smart College Prep Steps for All 4 Years of High School

Attention freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors: This is what you can and should do each year of high school to make your college search easier!

by Sara Karnish

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How to Survive Junior Year of High School

Junior year is often called the hardest year of high school. So you know what to expect and to make things a little easier, here are some tips on how to balance everything out.

by Lily Xu

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Feeling Burnt Out? 5 Steps to Get Back on Track

You should never work yourself to burnout! It's not healthy. If you feel like you're in a rut, here are five ways to fight burnout and work your way out of it.

by Zia Sampson

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12 Important Things to Look for in Your Colleges

In searching for colleges, here are 12 important things to consider. Hopefully, this checklist will help you discover your needs and goals for the right school.

by Emily Barylske

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How Speech and Debate Can Make You a Better Student

Speech and debate is a great activity that teaches you valuable skills you can use in college and beyond. Read on to learn about four major benefits.

by Kaitlyn Gress

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How to Get Past Your Dream College to Appreciate Others

Many students have a dream college they get stuck on long before starting the admission process. Here are ways to get past it and appreciate other schools.

by Pilar Zapata Thompson