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Questions to Ask Professors on a College Tour

As students and their families organize themselves to visit college campuses, they usually focus on itineraries, on reserving hotel rooms, and on scheduling those campus tours. Only a few, however, consider direct contact with professors during the visit. Why would a visit with a professor be important?

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Supplemental Essays Are Important!

Most students will save the supplemental essays as the very last thing they do on their application. But those supplemental essays are important. Some would say they are as important
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Advice for Students on the Wait List

Are you currently on the wait list at your favorite college? There are few things you can do to increase your chances of receiving a favorable answer.
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Admissions Counselor on the Mission of Liberal Arts Colleges

Educational consultant Mark Montgomery describes the mission of a liberal arts education: to prepare the student not for a job, but for the world at large.
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What is Demonstrated Interest in College Admission?

How can you demonstrate interest effectively? Here are some tips straight from college admissions representatives.
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How Long do College Admissions Take?

How long do college admissions take? It’s no secret that the college admissions process is a long and winding road. Most college-bound students (and their parents!) look at this process
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Why and How to Talk to a College Prep Advisor Online

Why and How to Talk to a College Prep Advisor Online It’s no secret that the college admissions process is long and mind-bogglingly complicated. If you’ve decided to seek independent
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