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How Are My Extracurricular Activities Used in College Admission?

Admission officers look closely at your activities outside the classroom on your application. Here's what to know about extracurriculars in college admission.

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What Does "Recommended Years of Study" Mean?

Colleges often require or recommend a certain amount of years of study in a high school subject for admission, but what does it really mean? We have the answer!

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How Are Grades Used in College Admission Decisions?

The classes you take and the grades you earn are the most important factor upon which you are evaluated when you apply to college. Read more from our experts.

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How Is My Application Essay Used in Admission?

Your essay is the way that college admission officers get to know you as a person and see what kind of passion you'll bring to campus. Learn more about it here!

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Do I Need to Take a College Admission Test?

Many colleges require test scores but many are also going test-optional. One expert weighs in on whether or not you need to take standardized tests.

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How Are Standardized Tests Used in College Admission?

Test scores are part of how you are evaluated at many colleges. But how heavily do they weigh on your admission? One expert has some advice to share.

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15 Helpful Tips to Make Your Admission Essays Shine

Writing your college admission essay can seem daunting, but these 15 pieces of advice can make it easy and painless. Follow them to make your essays stand out!

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How Does a Summer Program Affect the College Search?

When college admission officers are evaluating your application, one of the characteristics they look for in you is initiative and another is love of learning.

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How to Organize Your College Search

Sorting through all your colleges of interest can be daunting. Follow these tips to organize your college search and keep your sanity.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

Top College Planning Tips for the Summer Before Senior Year

While you may just want to relax this summer, there are productive yet easy things you can fill your time with to plan for college. Here are a few ideas!

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