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International Applicants: Visiting Colleges in the U.S.

March 25, 2010

How do you find out more about a college or university if you live in another country? There are several ways to “visit” a school without actually leaving your home!

International Applicants: What Type of Institution is a Good Fit for You?

March 24, 2010

One of the most important steps in the college application process is determining what type of school is a good fit for you. This post will describe the different types of educational institutions that are available in the American higher education system.

Coming to America: Study in the USA

February 2, 2010

Resources for International Students

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Grades and Course Rigor Matter the Most in College Admissions

November 5, 2024 / Jared Hobson

What factors carry the most weight when college admissions officers are evaluating applicants? The team at Great College Advice analyzes recent survey data to see what colleges deem most important

Why the ‘Community’ Essay has Become More Important in College Admissions

October 31, 2024 / Jared Hobson

The 'Community' Supplemental Essay is an opportunity for you to provide insight into your unique background and how you will contribute to a campus community.

What Do College Admissions Look For in an Essay?

October 23, 2024 / Sarah Farbman

What do college admissions officers look for in an essay? It’s a difficult question, because every essay is different–and every applicant is different. However, Great College Advice's Sarah Farbman offers

How to Write a Great ‘Why This College?’ Essay

October 16, 2024 / Andrea Aronson

Great College Advice’s Andrea Aronson discusses the do’s and don’ts for crafting the 'Why Our College?' supplemental essay.

Don’t Sleep on the Supplemental Essays!

October 7, 2024 / Jared Hobson

Be sure to carve out time to craft thoughtful supplemental essays as part of the college application process. In this post, Great College Advice offers tips on how these short