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7 Things to Do While Waiting for Admission Decisions

The waiting is the hardest part. Stay sane while you wait for your admission decisions with these seven activities.

by Rebecca Barer

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Waiting on Admission Decisions? 5 Things You Should Do

Finishing your college apps is great feeling, but then you have to wait on admission decisions. Luckily, there's a lot do to keep busy and prepare for the news.

by Christina LoMonaco

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How to Handle Different Grad School Admission Decisions

The three grad school admission decisions typically offered are acceptance, denial, or placement on a waiting list. Here's what you should do in each situation.

by Donald C. Martin

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What You Need to Know About Rolling Admission

Rolling admission is a good option to help lessen the strain of the college search for some students. But what exactly is rolling admission? Find out now!

by Sara Lindberg

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5 Scary College Search Mistakes to Avoid for Less Stress During Admission

Do you have the college search scaries? Squash those fears and see what mistakes to avoid so the admission process and applying doesn't haunt you.

by Phoebe Bain

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How to Be Supportive This College Decision Season

You've waited months for your college admission decisions. As letters roll in, consider how you can be supportive of friends during this stressful time.

by Rebecca Barer

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What Really Matters in Your College Search

What really matters in your college search? Hint: it's not about applying to "brand-name" schools. Learn the secret to finding your perfect-fit college here!

by Robert J. Massa

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So You've Been Deferred: Now What?

Are you feeling down because you got deferred from your dream college? Improve your chances of turning that deferral into an acceptance with this advice.

by Keaghan Turner

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Important College Admission Terms: Schools, People, Applications, and Deadlines

College admission can get confusing with so many school types, applications, deadlines, and faculty members to keep track of. This handy glossary can help!

by Sofia DeRose

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The Basics of When and How to Begin Your College Search in High School

Do you feel lost in trying to begin your college search? You're not alone. Learn more about when and how to start your college admission process now.

by Christopher Lydon

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3 Ways to Be Proactive in Your College Search

The college search and admission process can be overwhelming. As this college insider explains, being proactive can help you take control of your search.

by Jessee Sandlin

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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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6 Stressful "What If" Questions About College You're Afraid to Ask, Answered

You can be excited about college and still have lingering doubts and fears. Ease your mind with these real-world answers to what you're too afraid to ask.

by Jessica Tomer

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What Are Overnight Campus Visits Really Like?

If you want to go beyond a traditional college tour, why not try out an overnight campus visit? Here's what you need to know before staying overnight on campus.

by Eric R. Young, MEd

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What is Same–Day Acceptance for Transfer Students?

Same-day acceptance, also known as instant decision day, is becoming more popular with transfer students looking to decrease the stress level and time commitment that comes with applying to a new university.

by Sara Lindberg

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3 Things I Learned From Being Waitlisted

Being on a college waitlist can feel like a roller coaster of emotions. Here's what Valeria learned after being waitlisted by five schools!

by Valeria Renee Rivera

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Expert Answers You Need About FAFSA Delay Concerns: Part 2

In part two of this series, our experts answer your questions about scholarships, loans, final college decisions, and more regarding the 2024 FAFSA delays.

by The Carnegie Financial Aid Experts; CollegeXpress

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The Pros and Cons of Declaring a Major on Your College Applications

What does declaring your major on your college applications mean and, more importantly, should you do it? Let's look at the pros and cons of declaring or not.

by Jessica Tomer

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6 Important Pieces of the Transfer Admission Process

Transferring may seem hard, but one thing's for sure: These six things are extremely important to your admission process and success as a transfer student.

by Phoebe Bain

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Big Changes: What to Know About the Evolving SAT

The College Board announced big changes coming to the SAT: an online format! What does this mean for students preparing for the test? Read on to find out.

by Mark Rowh