category: college admissions
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why did i get waitlisted by a college?
what is a waitlist and why does it exist? why were you placed on the waitlist? read on to find out the answers to all of these questions and more.
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ap united states history exam
in this article, learn all about the apush test (ap u.s. history) and how you can do your best on test day!
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what to do when you get waitlisted: a step-by-step guide
it’s officially college admission decision season! all across the world, students are receiving letters of acceptance and rejection. but what do you do if you get waitlisted? you’re not completely in, but you’re not completely out. it’s an awkward situation to be in because you don’t know whether to let go of the…
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five reasons to join clubs in college
starting college not knowing anyone can be a daunting experience. you are experiencing a completely new environment with people you’ve never met before. clubs help you in this area by connecting you to other students with similar interests as you.
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how many schools should i apply to?
when you ask the experts, they all seem to agree that for most students, five to eight colleges is enough to secure at least one acceptance letter, as long as you are smart about it.
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what time do the sat and act end?
confused about the timing of standardized tests? read this to figure out the ending time of the act and sat.
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everything you need to know about college application fees
applying to college is a confusing and expensive process. luckily, i’ll be filling you in on everything you need to know about application costs and fee waivers.
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perks of a small college
have you considered going to a small liberal arts college as opposed to a large university? well if you haven’t, here are a few characteristics of liberal arts colleges that you should really consider!
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how do ap scores affect college admissions?
many high school students choose to take advanced placement (ap) courses and the corresponding tests. but do those ap test scores directly affect admissions decisions? the short answer is no, your ap scores will not usually affect whether you get in or not. however, there are several benefits to submitting your ap scores, especially if…
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what activities to put on your college application
activities are one of the most important parts of a college application. they show colleges that students are well-rounded and don’t only focus on grades. not sure which ones you should list? read on for some ideas.