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Choosing the Right Job Certifications for Your Career Path
Knowing how to make your resume stand out is a difficult endeavor. Especially if you are interested in remote positions or companies with Hybrid Remote Work Models. Job listings [...]
Yale reinstates standardized testing requirement, introduces “test-flexible” approach
Yale University has revised its admissions policy to require standardized test scores starting with the class of 2029, introducing a "test-flexible" approach. What does test-flexible mean? [...]
College Admissions Trends in 2024
Keeping up-to-date with the latest college admission trends can feel overwhelming. Especially if you (or your child) is applying to college. Thankfully, there are resources that can help you [...]
College Admissions
Seniors, it’s crunch time!
How Important Are Volunteer Hours for College Applications?
High school student volunteer opportunities are an important part of your college applications. They are one of the many factors that college admissions officers look for in an applicant and are often cited as a deciding factor between two equally qualified candidates. This is why it is especially important to include volunteer activities on your college applications if you are applying to highly-selective schools, such as Ivy League colleges.
How to Excel in Your College Interviews: Guide and Prep Tips
College applications take a lot of time, thought, and effort. From extracurricular activities and AP classes to standardized tests, there’s a lot to keep track of, and it can [...]
SAT and ACT Test Dates for 2023-24: When Should You Test?
College Board administers the SAT seven times each year. The ACT is also offered seven times a year, but test dates are not the same. Realistically, how much time do you need to study to reach your best score? Make a list of upcoming personal commitments, such as sports, family parties, field trips, etc. to plan accordingly.
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Common App Essay Prompts Explained: Which One Should You Choose?
Every year, students spend hours staring at the same list of seven prompts, convinced that the "right" answer is hiding somewhere in the options. It isn't. The [...]
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