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College Application +
Jared Hobson

Kenyon College Writing Program

Should a student interested in a career in journalism pursue a Bachelors degree in journalism? Or pursue the liberal arts. Mark advocates the latter.

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College Application
Jared Hobson

College Application Stress and The Race to Nowhere

College application stress is an epidemic. Students are feeling more and more pressure to have the perfect class schedule, the best list of extracurricular activities and still have a “normal” life. What can parents and educators do to help alleviate some of the stress associated with the college application frenzy?

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College Admissions
Jared Hobson

Tips for Making a College List

Making your college list can be one of the most daunting aspects of the college application process. A US News and World Report article may provide some helpful tips.

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College Application
Jared Hobson

Are AP Courses Good for Admission?

AP courses are among the most rigorous offered in American public high schools. But how good are they? Lots of kids take them–and fail the exams. So how good are AP courses for college admissions? As with most things, the answer depends on a number of factors. This article helps you to evaluate the value of AP courses at your school.

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