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Smart Tips for 8th Graders to Succeed in High School

Smart Tips for 8th Graders to Succeed in High School

By Justin B. Transitioning from middle school to high school is an exciting step that also comes with elevated expectations,...

Top 3 Ivy League Majors That Are Actually Worth It

Top 3 Ivy League Majors That Are Actually Worth It

By Sarah M. When applying to college, one of the biggest questions you’ll face is What should I study? While Ivy League...

What Are 3 New STEM Careers Beyond CS & AI?

What Are 3 New STEM Careers Beyond CS & AI?

By Jennifer L. When students think about STEM careers, computer science (CS) and artificial intelligence (AI) often dominate the conversation....

College Essays Blog

Not Another Lego Essay: Rethinking the Childhood Passion Angle

Not Another Lego Essay: Rethinking the Childhood Passion Angle

by Lan N. Students interested in engineering often begin their college essays by tracing their passion back to building Lego...

How to Sound Smart Without Trying Too Hard

How to Sound Smart Without Trying Too Hard

by Kathleen M. So, here is the thing.  There is no magic formula to “sound smart.”  The best way to...

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...

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