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During the 2025 admissions cycle, 3.9 million students submitted a whopping 8.5 million college applications…

Grace VanDykeJune 11, 2025

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Understanding the 2025 Updates to the Common App

Understanding the 2025 Updates to the Common App The Common App, the platform that allows…

Ashley WoodMay 14, 2025

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Top 3 Tips for Writing a Standout Personal Statement

Your personal statement is one of the most important parts of your college application—it’s your…

Ethan CurrieMarch 12, 2025

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Decision Day: When To Expect Admissions Decisions and How to Prepare

As thousands of students begin to wrap up their junior year and look towards the…

Justin ClarkeMarch 5, 2025

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A Deferral is Not a Denial: How to Deal and What to Do

This time of year, students are eagerly waiting to hear back from early action and…

Emma LanceDecember 11, 2024

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How and Why Your Student Should Build A Supplemental Arts Portfolio For College Applications

Has your student dedicated their time and talent to the visual arts over the course…

Ashley WoodSeptember 18, 2024

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Why Sophomore and Junior Year Grades Are Critical

During high school, students will experience their greatest challenges academically as they begin to prepare…

Susan GorinSeptember 11, 2024

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How To Get Started On The Common App

For many rising seniors, the Common Application will become the primary system for students applying…

Susan GorinJuly 9, 2024

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Avoid These Mistakes on the Common App

Summer is time for family, friends, vacations, and a break from your usual routine. But…

Ethan CurrieApril 30, 2024

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Take-Aways from the 2023/2024 Admissions Cycle When most people think of March Madness, they think…

Emma LanceApril 1, 2024

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Class of 2025 Outcomes

Understanding the 2025 Updates to the Common App

Top 3 Tips for Writing a Standout Personal Statement

Decision Day: When To Expect Admissions Decisions and How to Prepare

A Deferral is Not a Denial: How to Deal and What to Do

How and Why Your Student Should Build A Supplemental Arts Portfolio For College Applications

Why Sophomore and Junior Year Grades Are Critical

How To Get Started On The Common App

Avoid These Mistakes on the Common App

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