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5 Best Practices for Communicating With College Representatives

Reaching out to college admission representatives is an important part of the college process. Here's some advice on how to correspond with them the right way.

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Director of School Counseling, Author

More Than One Good Fit: Top Tips for Finding the Best Colleges for You

Stressing over finding "the one"? Learn why multiple schools can be a great fit and get expert tips to identify the best colleges for your unique goals.

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Vice Provost for Enrollment, Dean of Admissions, Vanderbilt University

Who and How to Ask for College Recommendation Letters

What should be at the top of your college applications to-do list? Getting your recommendations lined up. Learn more about asking for letters here!

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

Wondering when and how to start searching for colleges? Discover step-by-step tips to research schools, set priorities, and begin your search with confidence.

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Interim VP of Enrollment Management, La Salle University

How Can I Help Students Apply to Reach Colleges?

Not all students will get into the college of their dreams. Here's some expert advice on how to help students wanting to apply to reach colleges.

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The Big Picture: An Inside Look at Holistic College Admission

Get an insider look at holistic college admissions. Learn how colleges evaluate essays, recommendations, GPA, and activities beyond standard test scores.

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Recruitment and Admission Operations Coordinator, Willamette University

Making Your Final College Decision: Tips to Choose

Down to your final few schools? Use these expert tips—from visiting campus to reviewing financial aid awards—to evaluate your offers and make your final college decision by May 1.

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Director of Admissions Communications, Seton Hall University

Some Tough Love Advice to Help You Get Over a College Rejection Letter

A college rejection isn't a reflection of your worth. Learn how to gain perspective, find your path, and get excited about your future beyond the "dream" school.

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Author, Getting Over Not Getting In

So You Want to Go to Film School

We asked Barbara Freedman Doyle, author of Make Your Movie: What You Need to Know About the Business and Politics of Filmmaking, to explain what the world of crane shots and red carpets is like.

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Author, Film Industry Professional, Educator at Chapman University

Public Colleges and Universities: The Right Fit for You

As a high school student, you probably have information from colleges and universities waiting in your mailbox every day. Yet, with approximately 4,000 colleges in the United States--and it may seem like every one of them has contacted you already--it can be hard to figure out which school is the perfect one for you.

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Senior Associate Director of Admissions, University of Georgia

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