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College Waitlists: How to Get Admitted

You’ve worked hard throughout high school, hoping to be admitted into one of your top-choice colleges. You put time and effort into your application and supplements, only to find out you’ve been placed on the waitlist. Confused? You’re not alone. Fortunately, there are steps you can take in this situation.

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3 Skills to Master for Standardized Test Success

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, standardized tests are an important part of college admissions, especially with more schools going back to requiring test scores. While test prep can certainly help you improve your score by a lot, mastering a few key skills can make all the difference when it comes to achieving your goal score on the SAT or ACT.

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Exploring Academic Enrichment Beyond the Classroom

If you’re a college-bound high school student, you are likely already aware that it’s important to build a strong profile for college admissions. Colleges want you to demonstrate on your application how you developed and deepened your academic interests throughout high school. A good way to do this is through academic enrichment.

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Test Prep Resources

Standardized tests are an important part of the undergraduate and graduate admissions process. That’s why it’s crucial to have a good test prep strategy. Whether you’re gearing up for the SAT, ACT, GRE, or any other standardized test, we’ve got you covered.

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How to Use Social Media in College Admissions

In today’s digital age, social media plays a significant role in various aspects of our lives, including the college admissions process. While it can have both positive and negative impacts, understanding how to navigate and leverage social media effectively can help you elevate your profile and stand out in your college applications.

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Using Chess to Your Advantage in College Admissions

In the competitive world of college admissions, students are constantly seeking ways to stand out from the crowd. One unique and intellectually stimulating activity that can give applicants an edge is playing chess. Beyond being a classic game of strategy and skill, chess offers numerous benefits that can enhance a student’s application. From developing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to demonstrating dedication and discipline, the skills honed through chess can make a compelling case to admissions committees. 

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Medical School Application Process: Guide to AMCAS

If you’re considering applying to medical school, you’ll likely be using the American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS) to apply to your best-fit medical school programs. This can be a challenging process, but knowing what to expect ahead of time and formulating a strategy to complete the AMCAS will help the process go more smoothly.   

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Why Leadership Matters in College Admissions

In the context of college admissions, leadership can significantly enhance a student’s profile, showcasing their ability to influence, inspire, and drive positive change. High school students can find many ways to develop essential leadership skills to make a meaningful impact — and they don’t have to take on leadership roles to do it.

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The Importance of Summer Programs for High School Students

Whether you’re in ninth, 10th, or 11th grade, it’s important to find any opportunity you can to build a strong profile for college applications. One of the best ways to build a strong profile is by participating in summer programs — though it’s important to get an early start to avoid missing application deadlines.

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Best Colleges for Engineering in America

Engineering is a broad discipline that involves the application of scientific and mathematical principles to design, analyze, build, and maintain structures, systems, devices, and processes. Engineers use their knowledge to solve practical problems and create innovative solutions, working across industries to help develop technology, infrastructure, and advancements that improve the quality of life and address societal challenges. Interested in pursuing an engineering degree? Read on to learn more about the field of engineering and the best engineering colleges in the U.S.

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