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Choosing A College: Don’t Ignore The Cost

The prospect of college is exciting and overwhelming at the same time. This is the first in a series of posts that will help you avoid some basic mistakes when choosing where to apply and attend. Read on to find out how the cost of college should be on your radar right from the beginning.

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Common App Essay Prompt 1: Background, Identity, Interest, or Talent

Writing your Common App essay about your background, identity, interest, or talent is a great way to stand out from the crowd–if you zero in on what the essay prompt is really asking you. Exercise care in choosing to write on Common App Essay Prompt 1. If you fully understand what the prompt is asking, you’ll be better able to write a fantastic Common App essay that can help you shine in the admissions office.

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Tips for the Common App Essay Prompts

Are you having a difficult time getting started on your Common App personal essay? Here are some tips from Great College Advice.
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College Admissions Planning for High School Juniors 

How should high school juniors begin preparing for college admissions? This article outlines what juniors can do to kickstart the college admissions process.
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Cómo aplicar a universidades de EE. UU. desde Argentina en ocho simples pasos

Descubre los mejores consejos de expertos nativos para postularte desde Argentina a universidades de EE. UU. ¡Sigue estos simples pasos para comenzar!
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How to Apply to U.S. Universities from Argentina in Eight Simple Steps

Learn the easiest way to apply to U.S. universities from Argentina.
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Key Steps to Applying to American Universities from Chile

Discover the essential steps and best-kept secrets for applying to U.S. universities from Chile. Expert advice for a successful application
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Pasos clave para postularse a universidades estadounidenses desde Chile

Ya sea que tu hijo elija estudiar una maestría o licenciatura que no es común en tu país de origen o que simplemente quiera vivir una experiencia enriquecedora en el
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