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Turn Your Summer College Program into a Powerful Application Asset

Turn Your Summer College Program into a Powerful Application Asset

by David H. N., PhD Summer programs on college campuses are not just for filling a slot in the activities...

How to Launch a Cool Micro-Project (That Colleges Will Love)

How to Launch a Cool Micro-Project (That Colleges Will Love)

by Jennifer L.If you're a high school student wondering how to stand out on college applications, here's a secret: you...

A College Application To-Do List for Summer

A College Application To-Do List for Summer

by Sarah M. As the summer begins, it’s the perfect time to start your college applications. This encompasses a lot,...

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Showing Growth in Talent in UC Prompt #3

Showing Growth in Talent in UC Prompt #3

by Kathleen M. When the UC PIQ prompt #3 asks: What would you say is your greatest talent or skill?...

Other Examples of Creativity for UC Prompt #2

Other Examples of Creativity for UC Prompt #2

by Kathleen M. When you first read the UC PIQ prompt #2: “Every person has a creative side, and it...

What is an Example of Leadership for UC Prompt #1?

What is an Example of Leadership for UC Prompt #1?

by Kathleen M. The first prompt for the University of California Personal Insight Questions is “Describe an example of your...

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