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Are Advanced Placement Courses Good for College Admission

AP courses are among the most rigorous offered in American public high schools. But how good are they? Lots of kids take them–and fail the exams. So how good are AP courses for college admissions? As with most things, the answer depends on a number of factors. This article helps you to evaluate the value of AP courses at your school.

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Want To Be An Architect? Study the Liberal Arts!

What Classes Do I Need to Be an Architect? A client of mine is a budding architect. He is taking an independent study in architecture at his high school. He
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Famous Graduates of Liberal Arts Colleges

There are many famous graduates of liberal arts colleges. A college admissions counselor demonstrates the value of a liberal arts degree.
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High GPA or Hard Classes? Which Is Better?

Should I take easy courses to get a high GPA, or take harder courses and risk watching my average tumble? Answer: take a risk. Admissions officers will reward you.
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Find a Good College Fit: Academics

Find the Right Fit: Start with Academics Finding the right college fit is tough. About as tough as finding a good pair of shoes. I recently bought a pair of
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Financial Aid, Admissions, and “Need Blind” Policies

What is Need Blind Admission to College? Clients have asked me repeatedly to explain the relationship between the financial aid and admissions offices. To help them to understand how financial
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10 Questions About The Best Ways To Get into College

Get answers to the 10 most often questions about how to get into college. What are the most important aspects of the college admission process that you should master?
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