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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...

Post–Winter Break College Planning Checklist

Post–Winter Break College Planning Checklist

By Jennifer L. Coming back from winter break can feel like being dropped straight into fast-forward. Before the semester gets...

College Essays Blog

3 Daily Ways to Improve Writing

3 Daily Ways to Improve Writing

by Kathleen M. Your life is full of writing opportunities every day. Taking a minute to recognize these opportunities and...

How to Capitalize College Majors in Essays

How to Capitalize College Majors in Essays

by Kathleen M. For the most part, you understand when to use capital letters.  But when talking about college majors,...

Can I Mention Social Media in a College Essay?

Can I Mention Social Media in a College Essay?

by Kathleen M. Always remember that your college application essays are about you, and why you would be a great...

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