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How to Get Great Teacher Recommendation Letters in the Weird World of Covid

How do you build a relationship with teachers when you never see them in person? Covid complicates the process of getting a great teacher letter of recommendation. Read these tips
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What Does Test Optional Mean? It Means Take the Tests

What does "test optional" mean in college admissions, and how is it different from "test blind"? How should students and families decide whether to send scores or not? A college
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A Malaysian Student Shares How to Get Into Top US Universities

A top student from Malaysia thanks Great College Advice for expert college admissions advice and excellent college counseling from an independent educational consultant.
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The College Admissions Process and Covid-19–More Subjective Than Ever

How has college admissions changed since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic? A college admissions expert reviews the new landscape.
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Expert Admission Advice Matters for Entry to Top Universities

Why would you want expert admission advice from a college consultant? Because the process is opaque, complicated, and competitive.
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College Admissions and Covid-19: Summer Activities

Colleges want students who are involved in high school and who will stay involved in college. If you have been active in your high school and community, you demonstrate that
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