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College search: don't be an elitist - the Ivy League has its flaws

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Many students this time of year are frantically narrowing down their list of colleges. As with any important...
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Tips to help stay focused when writing the essay for college applications

The “Why (this college)?” Question College admissions officers recruit students who demonstrate sincere interest in attending their...
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Junior year: The best time to start preparing for the college admissions process

As students begin the school year, high school juniors may start becoming more aware of colleges, choices and college rankings. Here are some tips to...
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Colleges warming up to home-schooled students; incorporate them into the admissions process

Just a few years ago colleges did not know how to deal with applications from home schooled students. After all, they challenged the long standing...
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Princeton commits to grade deflation and hopes to inspire other ivy league schools follow their lead

Princeton has adopted a new policy of grade deflation. Based on this new policy, only 35% of students in a...
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NACAC appears to promote custom essay writing aka students hire someone else to write their essays

The National Association for College Admission Counseling posted an article on their website promoting the use of...
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Schools out for summer - now what?

The summer is a great opportunity to broaden your horizons, try out a new hobby, make some money, take a trip, get...
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Summer reading list for college bound students: guides to help you decide

The following are college guides that students can purchase almost anywhere. It's a great idea to start reviewing...
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Summer reading for parents of college bound students

Parent who want to keep up with college admissions and what they can do to guide themselves and their children...
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Ranking students: should schools use it and colleges stop considering it as a factor in admission?

Class ranking in high school is an archaic method of measuring students’ achievement. The system is flawed,...
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