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How to Strengthen Your College Application During COVID–19
Just because the pandemic has changed your plans doesn't mean you can't impress colleges with your application. Here's how to improve your apps from home!
by Julie Kim
How to Use Your Writing Toolbox for a Rich Admission Essay
Application essays hold more weight than ever as college admission changes. Here’s how to use your writing skills to make an impact on the admission committee.
Seeing the Big Picture: An Insider Look at Holistic College Admission
What does it mean if your college application is appraised holistically? An admission insider explains what goes on behind college application reviews.
by Sarah Neal
Join These Art Clubs to Boost Your High School Résumé
If you're planning to apply to art school, these high school clubs will beef up your résumé, strengthen your applications, and impress your future college.
How to Avoid the Dreaded Sophomore Slump in High School
You survived freshman year, and college is a ways off, so you can take it easy as a sophomore, right? Wrong! Here's what you should be doing this year.
How to Think About College as a High School Freshman
It may seem far away, but it's a good idea to start thinking about college as early as freshman year of high school. Here's what you can do to prepare!
Why It's Important to Search for Scholarships Over the Summer
Summer is one of the best times to search for scholarships. Here are a few reasons why you should be finding money to pay for college during the summer months.
by Lianna Jacob
How to Build and Use a Support Network in High School
Having a support system of teachers, mentors, and like-minded students is important to your high school success. Learn how to create a strong network here!
5 Ways to Get a Head Start on the Admission Process
It's always a good idea to be thinking about your college applications. Doing these five things now will help you stand in the admission process later!
by Zia Sampson
How to Help Underclass High School Students Prep for College
Are the first two years of high school too early for college planning? Certainly not! Here are four ways to help students start thinking about the future.
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.
How to Improve Your Admission Chances After a Low Test Score
What if you didn't receive the standardized test scores you wanted? Here's how to make the rest of your application shine and improve your chances of admission.
What Colleges Really Care About in This Time of Crisis
Worried about gaps in your college applications due to COVID-19? This commitment letter backed by hundreds of deans should give students some peace of mind.
The Top College and Career Prep Resources for Students
Looking for a comprehensive list of resources to get you from college admission to career? Well, we've got it for you with the help of a real professional college admission counselor.
How to Pursue Your Interest in Pre–med in High School
Want to see if pre-med is the right path for you? Here's how to create your own opportunities and get a taste for the medical field in high school.
How Do Transfers Get to Know Students on Campus?
Transferring seems scary at the thought of having to make new friends. But we have some expert advice for you on connecting with other students as a transfer.
3 Easy Strategies to Increase Your Scholarship Eligibility
Scholarships can be big game changers for many students in paying for college. Increase your qualifications for scholarship eligibility with these tips!
by Jean O'Toole
6 Common Misconceptions About US Colleges and Universities
US higher education is world-renowned and international students come to America for school every year, but there are some misconceptions that need debunking.
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 Is College Life Different on a Catholic Campus?
Although similar, you can expect campus life at a Catholic college to be a little different than a non-religious campus. Here's what an expert has to say.
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