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IvyBoost Counseling Forum – Saturday 01/25 at 1pm

IvyBoost Counseling Forum – Saturday 01/25 at 1pm

For students in grades 8th-11th, there are many areas to plan for. What courses do they need next year? Should...

Should Students Major in AI?

Should Students Major in AI?

by David N., PhD Should students major in Artificial Intelligence (AI)? With a number of colleges now offering a major...

Summer Activities to Explore Medicine

Summer Activities to Explore Medicine

by Sophia S. Summers can be a valuable time to explore your career interests outside the classroom by gaining a...

College Essays Blog

UC Prompt #3: How to Show Your Greatest Talent/Skill

UC Prompt #3: How to Show Your Greatest Talent/Skill

by Lillie W. UC Prompt #3: What would you say is your greatest talent or skill? How have you developed...

UC Prompt #2: How to Show Your Creativity

UC Prompt #2: How to Show Your Creativity

by Sarah M. UC prompt #2: Every person has a creative side, and it can be expressed in many ways:...

UC Prompt #1: Displaying Your Leadership (Vlog)

UC Prompt #1: Displaying Your Leadership (Vlog)

by Molly R. Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes...