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Which of Two (Opposite) Colleges Should I Choose?
Question: I'm trying to decide between 2 schools that at first seem very similar: Both are small, private liberal arts colle…
Developing Your College List: How Many Schools is Enough?
As you work on your Common App, you may be wondering...how many colleges should I apply to?
Here in the very competitive New York …
How Do I Know Where to Apply to College?
Hi Dean! I'm a high school junior, and I met with my guidance counselor already because I am very nervous about applying to …
How I Got Into Harvard: My College Journey
Deciding which colleges to apply to is indisputably a daunting process. When I was first looking into colleges, starting in my ju…
This Summer, Rest, Relax, and Prep for College
Ah, summer days. Can you believe it's already July? If you have not taken some time to relax from finishing the school year,…
4 Mistakes To Avoid When Creating Your College List
There are thousands of colleges and universities out there; narrowing them all down to a list of schools you want to apply to is …
How do I know which colleges to apply to?
Question: Hi Dean! I'm a high school junior, and I met with my guidance counselor already because I am very nervous about applyin…
Is 24 Schools Too Many For My College List?
My son is working on college applications now. He isn't sure whether he wants to major in communications, psychology, business or…
Is Applying to an Honors College Worth the Extra Effort?
Podcast Recap: Author Jeff Selingo Shares Essential Admissions Insights
The college admissions process isn't a meritocracy, and involves a fair amount of mystery, which are among the factors that make …