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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 [...]
What is Job Sourcing? How to Find The Job of Your Dreams
It’s difficult to know how to find your dream job. After all, it takes a lot of deep personal reflection and perseverance to find a career you love. And [...]
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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Seniors, it’s crunch time!
Liberal Arts Colleges in the East
Liberal arts colleges are small private colleges that emphasize the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences within their undergraduate curriculum. Students who attend liberal arts colleges gain exposure to a wide range of academic disciplines, with about half of their classes falling outside of their major. In this way, liberal arts colleges follow a very different structure than research universities, technical programs, and other forms of higher education.
Private Colleges and Universities in the East
Private colleges have a lot of funding and are able to offer generous financial aid packages. The fact that private colleges have generous endowments also means that more money is available for the school to provide additional educational opportunities for students. Many private colleges host notable speakers, conferences, and funding for student projects. Students who value more individual attention tend to favor smaller private colleges.
How to Write a Letter of Continued Interest (Tips That Work With Samples)
The best way to express your passion for the school is through a letter of continued interest (LOCI).
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What You Should Know About Early Action and Early Decision Applications
Deciding when to apply can have as much of an impact on the admissions decision as on your application profile altogether. Here's the difference between early action, early decision, and restrictive early action.
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