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Early Yield Reports

InsiderHigherEd.com ran an article yesterday on early yield reports from a handful of schools.  While most colleges and universities are still counting their deposits, a

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More Press on Waiting Lists

With colleges increasing the number of students on their waiting list, it may take a while before all of the deposits are counted and students receive official word on their waiting list status.

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Does Where You Live Affect Your Chances of Admission?

Did you know your address may play a role in the college admissions process? Read this article to learn more.
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How To Write The Perfect College Essay–Paint A Picture

What makes a painting come to life? Details! So it is with your college essay. You need to paint a picture that includes interesting details that make your story a
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If My Grades Are Bad, Can I Still Go To College?

If my grades are bad, can I still go to college? The short answer is yes. I’ve worked with a number of students who had bad grades in high school
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Legacy Admissions

When applying to college, how much does it really help to be a legacy?
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Student Loans, College Costs, and Parental Self-Denial

Student loan debt does not always create opportunity. And yet most parents believe that somehow they will magically find a way to pay for college. We'd rather believe in Santa
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Apply ED 2: Should You?

Should you apply ED 2? Early Decision 2 has become an important new option on the calendar of college admissions deadlines. But should you exercise ED2 option? As with most
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