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An internship for my college application

May 1, 2024

Do I need an internship for my college application? We get questions all the time: do I need an internship for my college application? It’s

Cómo postularse a universidades de EE. UU. desde México: una guía básica

May 1, 2024

Cada año, miles de estudiantes mexicanos eligen estudiar en el extranjero. Para aquellos interesados en cursar una licenciatura o maestría, los Estados Unidos de América

How to Apply for US Universities From Mexico: Your Helpful Guide

May 1, 2024

Every year, thousands of students from Mexico choose to study abroad. For those interested in pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree, the United States of

Solicitar el ingreso a universidades estadounidenses desde Perú: Una guía paso a paso

May 1, 2024

Cada año, miles de estudiantes de Perú eligen estudiar en el extranjero. Estados Unidos es una excelente opción para aquellas personas interesadas en cursar una

Applying to US Universities from Peru: A Step-by-Step Guide

May 1, 2024

Every year, thousands of students from Peru choose to study abroad. For those interested in pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree, the United States of

Get Accepted–with Scholarships

December 14, 2022 / Jared Hobson

Mark Montgomery, expert educational consultant, uses his insider knowledge of the college admissions process to help you navigate the world of scholarships and save money on tuition.

School’s Out! Top 10 Summertime Tips for College Admission

January 29, 2019 / Jared Hobson

Summer is a good time to relax and recharge--and prepare for the college admissions process. Learn what you can do to give yourself an edge (and have fun, too!).

How to Choose the Best College For You?

December 21, 2015 / Jared Hobson

With over 4,000 colleges in the USA, how do you know which one is the perfect fit for you? College admissions expert Mark Montgomery will use his encyclopedic knowledge of

Get Into the Best Colleges For You

December 11, 2015 / Jared Hobson

College admissions expert Mark Montgomery can help you find the college of your dreams, and will use his insider knowledge to guide you through the admissions process.

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Getting Into Top Universities

December 9, 2015 / Jared Hobson

Mark Montgomery is a college admissions insider: that means he knows the ropes, and can offer invaluable help in your college search.

The Student-to-Faculty Ratio: A Bogus Statistic You Should Ignore

May 13, 2009 / Jared Hobson

Student-to-faculty ratios mislead. While they are oft-cited indicators of teaching quality, these ratios have no bearing on an individual student's educational experience.

Why the ‘Community’ Essay has Become More Important in College Admissions

October 31, 2024 / Jared Hobson

The 'Community' Supplemental Essay is an opportunity for you to provide insight into your unique background and how you will contribute to a campus community.

What Do College Admissions Look For in an Essay?

October 23, 2024 / Sarah Farbman

What do college admissions officers look for in an essay? It’s a difficult question, because every essay is different–and every applicant is different. However, Great College Advice's Sarah Farbman offers

How to Write a Great ‘Why This College?’ Essay

October 16, 2024 / Andrea Aronson

Great College Advice’s Andrea Aronson discusses the do’s and don’ts for crafting the 'Why Our College?' supplemental essay.

Don’t Sleep on the Supplemental Essays!

October 7, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Be sure to carve out time to craft thoughtful supplemental essays as part of the college application process. In this post, Great College Advice offers tips on how these short

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Common App Essay Prompt #5: Personal Growth

October 2, 2024 / Jared Hobson

In this post, Great College Advice provides insight in how to best address the personal growth Common App essay prompt.

Tips for Prompt #3 of the Common App Essay: Questioning or Challenging a Belief or Idea

September 25, 2024 / Jared Hobson

How do your beliefs and ideas shape who you are as a person? The Common App essay prompt #3 focuses on how those beliefs or ideas being challenged can reveal

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An internship for my college application

Cómo postularse a universidades de EE. UU. desde México: una guía básica

How to Apply for US Universities From Mexico: Your Helpful Guide

Solicitar el ingreso a universidades estadounidenses desde Perú: Una guía paso a paso

Applying to US Universities from Peru: A Step-by-Step Guide

Get Accepted–with Scholarships

School’s Out! Top 10 Summertime Tips for College Admission

How to Choose the Best College For You?

Get Into the Best Colleges For You

Getting Into Top Universities

The Student-to-Faculty Ratio: A Bogus Statistic You Should Ignore

Why the ‘Community’ Essay has Become More Important in College Admissions

What Do College Admissions Look For in an Essay?

How to Write a Great ‘Why This College?’ Essay

Don’t Sleep on the Supplemental Essays!

Common App Essay Prompt #5: Personal Growth

Tips for Prompt #3 of the Common App Essay: Questioning or Challenging a Belief or Idea

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