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What Colleges Are Doing On-Campus Visits
Ever since Covid-19 struck, our world has been upside down. After two years of all the college campuses being closed, they are finally making their comeback. Slowly, but surely, college [...]
Writing the “What Do You Want to Study and Why?” Supplemental Essay
Writing the "Why this major?" essay is crucial for college applications. Discover its purpose, tips for crafting a compelling essay, and why researching the school is essential. Take your time, include specific details, and make sure your academic goals align with the program. Seek expert guidance for college success.
What Is a Weighted GPA Vs. An Unweighted GPA?
Weighted vs. unweighted GPAs: Learn the differences, impact on college admissions, calculating methods, and which one colleges prefer. Challenge yourself with advanced courses for a competitive edge.
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Seniors, it’s crunch time!
What is a Women’s College? Best Women’s Colleges in the U.S.
Women’s colleges’ history and comprehensive women’s colleges list here. The best women's colleges in the U.S. and key questions, such as: How many women's colleges are there in the U.S.? Are there any all-women's colleges? And are women’s colleges still relevant today and why?
What Is Holistic College Admissions and Why Is It Important?
Colleges that use holistic admissions make every effort to examine each candidate as a unique individual. In addition to SAT scores, class rank, and high school GPA, holistic college admissions evaluate personal statements, supplemental essays, extracurricular activities, student potential, and college letters of recommendation.
Components of a Strong Personal Statement: How to Write a Unique College Essay
A personal statement is not the same as a typical high school essay. You do not need to include a formal thesis statement at the end of your introductory paragraph. Use your personal statement to communicate who you are as a person, and avoid using overly technical or intellectual language.
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How to Answer the UC Personal Insight Questions
You've taken all the right classes, earned solid test scores, and participated in extracurriculars galore. But as any college-bound high schooler knows, that's only half the battle when it [...]
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