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AP or IB: Which Do Colleges Prefer?
Some high schools offer both AP and IB classes. Having the option to choose is great, but knowing which classes to take can leave…
Best Backpacks for College 2021
As a college student, it is important to find a backpack that will support you through your studies. The right backpack will hold…
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 …
College Application Deadlines: The Pros and Cons
Historical data shows that the acceptance rate is higher for applicants who applied early decision and early action than for thos…
Common App 2021 Opens August 1st
The Common App for the 2021-2021 application cycle opens on August 1, 2021, and there are few changes this year. The changes fal…
64 New Colleges Will Accept the Common App in 2021
Common App online application system is a streamlined college application platform that is used by over 3 million applicants, tea…
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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…
10 Best Colleges for Psychology
Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior. There are many areas of psychology such as cognitive, developmental, and social…
Senior Year Strategy: Can You Drop Math? Quit Soccer? Go Abroad?
What classes should you take senior year? Which can you drop? And do you have to keep up all your activities?
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