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Colorado Free Application Days

The eighth annual Colorado Free Application Days will be held on Tuesday, October 7th – Thursday, October 9th.

August 20, 2025

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Why Did Yale Change Its ‘Why Yale’ Essay?

Yale Changed Its Why Yale? essay to emphasize it wants to hear more about YOU rather than Yale.

August 11, 2025

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The Perfect College Essay Introduction: Get Them Hooked

The first line of your college essay can help get an admissions officer “hooked”. But how do you develop the perfect introduction?

August 4, 2025

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Which Athletes Get the Biggest Scholarships?

In the sports-obsessed United States, many families assume that the ticket to a hefty college scholarship is athletic prowess on the field, on the court, or in the pool. Not…

August 1, 2025

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The Perfect College Essay: Tell a Good Story

Your Common App personal statement needs to tell a compelling story about YOU!

August 1, 2025

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The Perfect College Essay: Go Deep

When writing your college essay, it is important to go deep and challenge yourself.

July 31, 2025

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The Perfect College Essay: Focus On You

What is the most important aspect of your college essay? You are!

July 30, 2025

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Guide for the Common App Essay

Want your Common App essay to shine? Check out our Guide to the Common App personal statement.

July 28, 2025

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Great College Advice 2025 College Acceptances

Our Class of 2025 College Acceptances: Congratulations to our graduates!

July 23, 2025