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Calculating Your Real Grade Point Average (GPA)

June 17, 2025

Here are the steps in calculating your real grade point average (GPA) the way most admission offices do it.

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6 Ways a Parent Can Help with College Admissions

June 16, 2025

We want students to take charge of their educational journey. But here are 6 ways a parent can help with college admissions.

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7 Ways to Show Demonstrated Interest

June 9, 2025

Follow these tips to show demonstrated interest and improve your college admission chances.

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College Application Checklist for Rising Seniors 

June 2, 2025

Crossing off a few of your college application to-do’s this summer will help you stay in control of the college admissions process. Here’s the summer application checklist for rising seniors.

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Planning Your College Visit

February 17, 2025

This is the first in a series of tips to help you plan your campus visits.

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What Classes Should You Take in 12th Grade? 

February 3, 2025

High school juniors: As you put together your 12th grade class schedule, please keep in mind that colleges want to see you continue to challenge yourself with appropriate course rigor.

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College Admissions Guide for High School

January 28, 2025

Follow this grade-by-grade college admissions guide for high school to keep you on track to get accepted to the college of your dreams.

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College Admission Tips for 9th Grade

January 20, 2025

College admission tips for 9th grade: High school freshman should focus on grades and extracurriculars to set themselves up for success down the road.

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College Admissions Advice for 10th Grade

January 14, 2025

College admissions advice for 10th grade: Here is where to focus entering in your sophomore year to maximize your chances at selective universities.

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College Admission Planning for Juniors 2nd Semester

January 7, 2025

Now is the time to ramp up college admission planning for juniors. This is your to-do list as you start your second semester of 11th grade.

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Early Decision 2 (ED2) College Admissions Advice 

December 16, 2024

Learn how applying in the Early Decision 2 (ED2) round can improve your college acceptance chances.

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Does Applying for Financial Aid Lower Your College Acceptance Odds?

December 2, 2024

In most cases, applying for financial aid will not hurt your chances in the college admissions process.

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