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5 Key Areas for 11th Grade Students

5 Key Areas for 11th Grade Students

by Jennifer L. Junior year is a crucial time for college preparation.  While senior year is when you’ll submit applications,...

IvyBoost Success Story: A Student’s Path to UPenn

IvyBoost Success Story: A Student’s Path to UPenn

Vincent, a bright and determined private high school student in Fremont, had always excelled academically. With a natural affinity for...

3 Tips for Students to Develop Leadership

3 Tips for Students to Develop Leadership

by David N., PhD People gravitate towards those whom they believe are leaders, but how does one become a leader?...

College Essays Blog

How to Write About Your Interest in Business or Entrepreneurship

How to Write About Your Interest in Business or Entrepreneurship

by Drew C. For students applying to business or entrepreneurship programs, the choice can sometimes feel as if it’s self-explanatory....

How to Write with More Emotion in an Essay

How to Write with More Emotion in an Essay

by Michelle P. Have you ever finished a draft of an essay, after hours and hours of thinking, then sat...

Choosing Essay Values that Set You Apart

Choosing Essay Values that Set You Apart

by Sarah M. When it comes to showing your values in college essays, it can be easy to fall into...