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College Application
Jared Hobson

How to Face College Rejection

Receiving a college rejection is one of the most emotionally challenging moments in the admissions journey—but it doesn’t define your future. Whether you’ve been turned

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You're college application is deferred. Now what?
College Admissions
Jared Hobson

What to Do If Deferred

Here are the steps to take if your college application has been deferred but you would still like to attend this college.

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College Admissions
Jared Hobson

How to Make a College List

Building an effective college list requires systematic evaluation across multiple dimensions of the college experience. Learn the tactics.

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College Admissions
Jared Hobson

How Do Superscoring SAT Policies Vary

SAT superscoring policies vary significantly among America’s most competitive universities, and understanding these differences is crucial for building an effective testing strategy. While most elite

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