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Do Sports Boost College Admissions?

Do Sports Boost College Admissions?

By Jennifer L. For many high school students, sports are more than just after-school activities — they’re a core part...

How to Craft a Strong Activities List for College Applications

How to Craft a Strong Activities List for College Applications

By Justin B. For high school juniors, college applications may feel far away, but beginning to prepare for your activities...

The Value of a Computer Science Degree in the Age of AI

The Value of a Computer Science Degree in the Age of AI

By Lydia C. The perception that Artificial Intelligence (AI) can replace programming roles can bring a lot of anxiety for...

College Essays Blog

What Are Vague Pronoun Problems?

What Are Vague Pronoun Problems?

by Kathleen M. The main problem with most writing is clarity.  And teachers will mark all sorts of things to...

How to Avoid Sentence Fragments

How to Avoid Sentence Fragments

by Kathleen M. In order to avoid sentence fragments, you have to know what they are.  And it is really...

How to Make Personal Writing More Conversational

How to Make Personal Writing More Conversational

by Kathleen M. There are a few tried and true ways to make personal writing sound more conversational, and less...