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Expert College Counselor Reviews Duke University
A highly prestigious college, Duke University in North Carolina boasts top-notch academics as well as athletics.
September 3, 2014
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College Counselor on Campus Tours
Great College Advice explains what to expect from campus tours and universities large and small.
September 1, 2014
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Educational Consultant Reviews Wake Forest
Great College Advice reviews Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
August 25, 2014
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Why College Study Spaces Are Necessary
When touring a college, don’t forget what you’re going there to do: study! Mark shows some different types of study spaces in the library of Seattle University.
August 13, 2014
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The Philosophy Behind Jesuit Schools
You don’t need to be Christian — or religious at all — to attend a Jesuit school. Mark explains the expectations and requirements of these great colleges.
August 6, 2014
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Is Community Service Necessary for College?
Is community service in a developing country a good idea for improving your college application? Is it a good idea for the poor people the teens may serve? The answer may be “No” to both questions.
April 22, 2014
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Bad Grades Can Still Get You Into College–At a Price
Students with bad grades, low GPA, and low SAT and ACT test scores can still get into college. But can they graduate? Can they get financial aid? Mark responds to an inquiry from a student who wants it “honest and straight.”
April 21, 2014
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What Happens if you get Rejected from a College
April is the month of rejection from Ivy League universities. With college acceptance rates at all time low, it’s important to keep your focus on what’s really important in life.
April 11, 2014
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Fraternities and Sororities: Essential or Outdated?
Mark reviews a recent article from The Atlantic about the dangers of belonging to a fraternity. And no, the danger is related to neither alcohol or sex. Read it!
April 10, 2014