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author: tanya shah

tanya shah
tanya has taught advanced english and test prep for over five years, and sees standardized tests as solvable puzzles. when she’s not reading or writing, she is sampling local bakeries or enjoying the outdoors with her dogs.

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    when it comes to tests, the aps aren’t fooling around. there’s so much they can do for you (free college credits, anyone?) that the stakes can feel impossibly high. but if you’ve found your way here, you’re already on track to ace your ap literature exam! sure, it’ll take some prep, but it’ll be totally…

  • how to get into george washington university: sat and act scores, gpa and more

    have you been watching old episodes of west wing with more than a tinge of envy? george washington university might be for you. if the name didn’t already give it away, george washington university is in washington, d.c., and has an excellent reputation in political science (among other areas). located near the state department, gw’s…

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    you’ve just opened your email and found out that you’ve been accepted early decision to college—congratulations! but while early decision offers are a #blessing for a lot of students, they can also be a huge source of stress. yes, you’re guaranteed admission, but are you tying yourself down to a school you’re not sure about…