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Common App Essay About a Belief or Idea

September 2, 2023

How do your beliefs and ideas shape who you are as a person? The Common Application prompt that focuses on how those beliefs or ideas were challenged can reveal a lot about you. This article will help you write a reflective Common App essay about a belief or idea.

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Choose A Major Based on Career Interests? Pros and Cons

September 1, 2023

How do you choose a major? Do you pick a college major that seems best for getting a great job right out of college? Or do you prepare for the long term? The economy is always shifting, and industries come and go. Perhaps it is best to choose a major that will build skills and knowledge and habits of mind that will serve you throughout your life.

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common app essay about a belief or idea

Common App Essay About a Belief or Idea

September 2, 2023 / Jared Hobson
How do your beliefs and ideas shape who you are as a person? The Common Application prompt that focuses on how those beliefs or ideas were challenged can reveal a
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May I Sit in on a Class?

September 2, 2023 / Jared Hobson
Sitting in on a college class is a great way to learn more about the academic environment on a college campus. Here are a few recommendations.
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choose a major

Choose A Major Based on Career Interests? Pros and Cons

September 1, 2023 / Jared Hobson
How do you choose a major? Do you pick a college major that seems best for getting a great job right out of college? Or do you prepare for the
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What Senior Year Courses Should You Take?

September 1, 2023 / Jared Hobson
When making up their class schedule for senior year, juniors are often tempted to decrease their load. Not a good idea. Read this article to help you think about the
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Do I Need a College Counselor? 7 Factors to Consider

September 1, 2023 / Jared Hobson
As the college admissions process becomes ever more complicated and stressful–and expensive–more and more families are asking the question, “Do I need a college counselor?”  While not every family needs
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Apply to US Universities from Brazil

August 31, 2023 / Jared Hobson
Do you dream of studying in the United States? Are you Brazilian? This guide will help you understand the American higher education system and provide you with tops about how
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