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What Does Test-Optional Really Mean?
Even as many colleges temporarily extend their test-optional admissions policies another year, your Test score still can greatly affect your merit-based scholarships and college admissions. Test-optional is really only for those excited to pay full price. JUMPING THAT SCORE remains the best-paying job a high school student can have.
Recommendation Letters: How to Prepare, Write, and Format (for educators)
So, a student asked you for a recommendation letter. Now what? How do you write a high-impact recommendation letter? Recommendations are critical for securing scholarships and admission. A 2019...
Rolling Admission and Why It Matters
What is rolling admission? Rolling admission colleges receive and respond to college applications during a larger window of time or “as they roll in.” Students can apply to these colleges almost...
Your Guide to Choosing a Major
Nearly 80% of college students change majors, sometimes more than once. While college is a great time for self-discovery, changing your major frequently or late in your college career can...
Resources for Summer College Prep
These resources for students and families can help with college prep during the summer months. While summer is fun, it’s also the best time for students to build skills and push themselves to reach...
4 Paths After High School
Many parents and families believe higher education is necessary to achieve career goals and financial independence. Forty percent of parents believe a college degree is very important. However, a...
How Many AP Classes Should You Take?
How Many AP Classes Should You Take? Do you want to: graduate college sooner with less debt? challenge yourself academically? gauge your future success in college? present your best application to...
ACT® Math Practice Questions (7 + Solutions)
ACT® Math Practice Questions Practice makes progress, not perfection. Just like shooting free throws on the basketball court or playing your piece over and over for an upcoming recital, practice...
Community College Guide
Use this Community College Guide to learn more about community colleges and their benefits. Reasons to Consider a Community College Save Time Community colleges offer excellent two-year vocational...
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