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Jared Hobson

Northwestern University: Colleges

During a recent visit to Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, Mark took a few moments to explain that many universities in the United States are divided administratively into separate colleges that focus on a particular academic area.

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Jared Hobson

Northwestern University Class Size

When choosing a college, it’s important to think about the impact that class size will have on how an individual class is taught. Mark took time out during a visit to Northwestern to explain.

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Jared Hobson

Common Application: Panacea or Pandora?

The Common Application is used by more than 400 colleges. Some say the Common App is a huge help in admissions. Others say it causes more problems than it solves. What do you think?

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Jared Hobson

Best College Admission Video Essays–A Positive Trend?

More and more colleges allow students to submit YouTube videos as a part of the admissions process. While some are pretty creative, is this move to video a positive trend? Have a look at the videos themselves here, and weigh in with your opinion.

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