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How to Build a Standout Extracurricular Profile

How to Build a Standout Extracurricular Profile

By Lilly G. In today’s competitive admissions landscape, a strong extracurricular profile is often what sets you apart among thousands...

Digital SAT vs. ACT: Which Should You Take This Spring?

Digital SAT vs. ACT: Which Should You Take This Spring?

By David H. N., PhD Springtime means applications for summer camps and a whole new semester for trying the SAT...

What Summer Programs Should Students Apply to in January?

What Summer Programs Should Students Apply to in January?

By Sarah M. It’s already January, and if you’re a 10th or 11th grader hoping to make the most of...

College Essays Blog

Who’s Reading Your College Essays & Why That Matters

Who’s Reading Your College Essays & Why That Matters

by Lan N.If you’re applying to college, you likely already know that the college essay is an important part of...

How to Keep College Essay Files Organized

How to Keep College Essay Files Organized

by Kathleen M. One of the things you may not think too much about until it is too late is...

How to Use Semicolons for Sentence Variety

How to Use Semicolons for Sentence Variety

by Kathleen M. Making decisions about when and how to use semicolons is more often about style than it is...

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