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The Best Time to Ask Your School Counselor These Important Questions

Need answers about the college search and application process? Go and ask your counselor! Here are some important questions you should ask and when.

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The Best and Worst College Admission Essay Topics

What should you write your college admission essay about? Which topics should you avoid? Check out some of the best (and the worst) college essay topic ideas!

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How Many Colleges and Universities Should I Apply To?

It's not the number of schools you apply to that's important; it's the thought and care put into each application. Learn more from our experts here.

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How Do I Figure Out Which Colleges I Should Apply To?

There is so much that goes into the process of determining which colleges you should apply to. Find out what's most important.

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How Do College Officers Make Admission Decisions?

At most colleges, admission decisions are made holistically. But what does that mean? Learn all about it from our experts.

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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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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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CollegeXpress Student Writer

What's the Pre-College Summer Program Application Process Like?

Some summer programs require an application many months in advance. Some only require registration. Find out more on CX now!

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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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CollegeXpress Student Writer

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