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Why Your College Application Essay Matters

Worried about writing the "perfect" college application essay? Guess what: admission officers don't want perfect! One admission insider explains.

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Vice President for Enrollment and Communications, Willamette University

Top 5 Tips for Making Your College Essay Stand Out

Wondering how to make your college application essay rise to the top of the heap? These five tips straight from admission officers will help you stand out!

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President, Wow Writing Workshop

How to Write the "Why Us?" College Essay Prompt

Many colleges and universities offer a "Why us?" essay prompt on college applications. Do you know the best way to approach it? Find out with this advice.

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President, Wow Writing Workshop

How Can I Make My Transfer Admission Essay Stand Out?

A transfer essay gives insight into your academic journey, but how can you make that story stand out? Here's some expert advice on writing one that works.

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4 Important Factors to Help Your Teen Choose a College

One of the biggest college search mistakes is doing it haphazardly. Here are four key areas to focus on when helping your teen find their best-fit college.

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Founder and Owner, Tier One Tutors

Essential Advice for Hiring an Independent College Advisor

With high school counselors facing heavy caseloads, many families have turned to private college counselors. Here are some important considerations families should keep in mind before hiring one.

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President and CEO, International College Counselor; Author

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.

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Interim VP of Enrollment Management, La Salle University

Want an Ivy League Degree? Consider Community College First

Dreaming of attending an Ivy League school? Here's why high-achieving students should consider starting at a community college then transferring.

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Education Professional, Author

When Should I Start Saving for My Child’s College Education?

Saving for college should ideally begin years before high school, with planning turning critical around junior year. Learn more from a financial expert here!

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6 Things You're Doing Wrong in SAT Prep, Plus Tips to Fix It

You may be unintentionally holding yourself back when studying for the SAT. Here are six things that could be preventing you from getting your best scores.

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Founder, Prep Expert

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