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Tulane University: A Southern Gem

On a recent trip to New Orleans, I had the pleasure of visiting Tulane University. Much like the city that surrounds it, Tulane is a vibrant, enriching, and interesting place. Read this blog post to learn more about it.

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Knox College Will Knock Your Socks Off

Are you interested in student research, service opportunities, and hands-on learning in a small, diverse environment? You should check out Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois. Watch this video to learn more about Knox.

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Ohio Wesleyan University: Oh-Woo!

Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU) is a small liberal arts college in Delaware, Ohio. It places great emphasis on student research and study abroad and offers unique opportunities for students to have these experiences. Watch this video to learn more about OWU.

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Class Size & Student to Faculty Ratios: What Research Says?

Student to faculty ratios are statistics that purport to describe the educational quality of a university. A lower ratio seems to indicate smaller class sizes and a more intimate classroom
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How Long Should a College Admissions Essay Be?

Throughout the process of applying to college, students must follow many steps and jump through what can feel like ten million hoops before (and even after!) hitting that submit button.
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The Perfect College Essay: Focus On You

What is the most important aspect of your college essay? You are!
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The Perfect College Essay: Tell a Good Story

When writing your college essay, it is important to think about the story you are telling. Everyone wants to be entertained, even admission officers.
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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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