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How an Application Calendar Can Keep You On Track

How an Application Calendar Can Keep You On Track

For anyone emerging from the fog of deadlines and sprint finishes, congrats on making it this far! Keep reading to learn more about our tips on how an application calendar can help to keep you on track.

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Filed Under: Blog, College Applications Tagged With: College Applications, Junior Year, Research, Timeline

What Do Elite Colleges Look for in Applicants?

What Do Elite Colleges Look for in Applicants?

After the research, the visits, and the info sessions, students and parents always arrive at the same question –– “What Do Colleges Want?” The truth is, it’s a tough question to answer.

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Filed Under: Blog, College Applications Tagged With: College Applications, College Essay, College Visit, Elite

How to Avoid Application Burnout

How to Avoid Application Burnout

Application Burnout can be a very real phenomenon for students approaching the end of a long application season. As if getting through end of year final exams wasn’t enough of a challenge, seniors now find themselves struggling to put the final finishing touches on applications—editing resumes, finalizing short answer responses, revising essays, and putting on the last few polishes. The process is long and tough but absolutely worth it. Take a look at our tips for how to finish strong and avoid application burnout.

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Filed Under: Blog, College Applications Tagged With: Burnout, Mental Health, Timeline

Quick Tips for College Essay Proofreading

Quick Tips for College Essay Proofreading

For anyone putting the final touches on any college essays, check out these quick tips for college essay proofreading.

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Filed Under: Blog, College Essay Tagged With: College Essay, Proofreading, Submission

How to Choose Which Colleges to Apply to

How to Choose Which Colleges to Apply to

Senior year is an exciting time, but it can also be overwhelming. With literally thousands of colleges and universities across the country and around the world, it can be difficult for students to determine which schools are worth applying to. Here are some things to keep in mind as you begin the college search and work towards polishing your application list:

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Filed Under: Blog, College Planning Tagged With: College List, Junior Year, Research

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