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UC & CSU Application Kick-Off is Almost Here!

UC & CSU Application Kick-Off is Almost Here!

by Jennifer L. On August 1, 2023, the application platforms for both the University of California (UC) and California State...

Navigating Common App Recommendations

Navigating Common App Recommendations

by Shiv G. As high school seniors embark on their college application journey, one crucial aspect often overlooked is securing...

The Importance of the Activities List for Common App & UC App

The Importance of the Activities List for Common App & UC App

by Jennifer L. Both the Common App and the University of California (UC) application request students to include a list...

College Essays Blog

The Volunteer Essay

The Volunteer Essay

by Albert Leo “LOOK COLLEGES, I AM A GOOD PERSON!” In...

3 Excellent Examples of Personal Writing

3 Excellent Examples of Personal Writing

by Michelle So you’re well underway on your first draft of your college essay. You have a story, you’ve given...

The College Essay and the Philosopher’s Thoughts

The College Essay and the Philosopher’s Thoughts

by Albert Leo When we think of philosophy, we might think of some Greek man draped with a piece of...

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