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Parenting Your High School Freshman

Parenting Your High School Freshman

Ten tips for parents of freshmen! 1. Do not talk about college DO NOT. College admissions is a dark grey fog that will at some point descend upon your home. Put this off for as long as possible, reminding yourself and your kid that high school should be about high school. Tell your teen that ninth...

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Best Times to Visit Colleges

Best Times to Visit Colleges

by Big Future Visiting a college campus is one of the most exciting steps in choosing a college. If possible, it’s best to visit colleges during junior year. That way, you can learn about the differences and make informed decisions when you are making your college list. It’s also best to go is...

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5 Tips on College Essays

5 Tips on College Essays

published by Khan Academy Tip #1 Pose a question the reader wants answered This doesn’t mean you should literally pose a question in your essay, but you should certainly keep the reader wondering, “How is that going to turn out?” “What does she mean by that?” “How is this all going to tie back...

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Advice for Prospective Student-Athletes

Advice for Prospective Student-Athletes

Adapted from an article by Prep Scholar Focus on Your Academics Many prospective student-athletes neglect the importance of academics in the recruiting process. Not only do you have to be eligible to compete, but also you still have to gain admission to the school. College coaches often won't...

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What is Rolling Admission?

What is Rolling Admission?

Rolling Admissions is the most flexible process. Institutions review applications as they are submitted and render admission decisions throughout the admission cycle. There is no set deadline to apply or receive your admission decision. Here are some examples of rolling admission applications:...

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Best College Majors for Law School

Best College Majors for Law School

by Maxine Giza When it comes to selecting an undergraduate major that will prepare you for the rigors of law school, one thing is clear: no major should be ruled out. As you think about the best major for law school, remember that it’s okay to select an area of study that you enjoy. Pursuing your...

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Essential Skills to Learn Before College

Essential Skills to Learn Before College

This article was written by Hilary Cairns In a previous post we talked about life skills to know before heading off to college, but there are plenty more that aren’t taught in schools or at home regularly anymore! If you don’t know how to do any of the tasks listed below, now is the time to ask or...

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