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3 Tips on Learning Independence for College

3 Tips on Learning Independence for College

by David H. N., PhDCollege is a unique time during which teens are expected to learn independence while living away...

3 Tips on a College Portfolio

3 Tips on a College Portfolio

by Sarah M. When it comes to college applications, most of the big tasks are self-explanatory (which is not to...

From Chess Champion to College Success

From Chess Champion to College Success

Ruiyang, a brilliant chess master and top-ranked competitor in the World Youth Championship, always approached challenges with strategy and precision....

College Essays Blog

Help! I’m Stuck on my College Essay

Help! I’m Stuck on my College Essay

by Kathleen M. You have been working on college applications essay and trying to come up with an idea but...

Common App Essay Resources

Common App Essay Resources

by Kathleen M. The Common App refreshes on August 1, and it is time to review the personal essay prompts...

Past and Present Tense in College Essays

Past and Present Tense in College Essays

by Kathleen M. You are working away on your college application essays and suddenly wonder – wait should I be...

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