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The New Freshman Perspective

Last month, the Higher Education Research Institute at UCLA released the results of their annual “Freshman Survey.”  The survey is distributed to freshmen students all

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Can I Make More Than One Version of the Common App?

Wondering whether you can make changes to your Common App after you've already submitted it? New Jersey Educational Consultant, Andrea Aronson, explains it all.
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The Perfect College Essay With Examples: Get Them Hooked

The first line of your college essay can help get an admissions officer "hooked". But how do you develop the perfect first line?
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Types of College Admissions Interviews and Interviewers

Mark continues his advice on how to nail the college admissions interview by describing the types of college interviews--as well as the types of interviewers. To prepare well for a
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AP or IB which is better

AP or IB? Which is Better for College Admission?

International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement curricula are spreading like wildfire in American public schools. Which prepares students better for college?
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What To Expect At A College Reception

Fall is the time of year where admissions counselors everywhere hit the road.  They stand at college fairs, conduct interviews in hotel lobbies and coffee shops and visit four to
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How To Write the Perfect College Essay—Grab Some Attention

When writing a college essay, it's crucial to grab the reader's attention from the get-go. Make your essay stand out by opening your essay with a zinger in the first
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