Holiday Breaks – Not the Best Time for College Tours
September 6, 2023
When is the best time to go see colleges? Unfortunately, it is not during the upcoming holiday breaks.
When is the best time to go see colleges? Unfortunately, it is not during the upcoming holiday breaks.
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