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Why High School Students Should Consider a Community College Summer Class (And How It Helps with College Admissions)
As summer approaches, many high school students—and their parents—start looking for meaningful ways to spend the break. One powerful but...
Apr 222 min read


Letters of Recommendation: What Students (and Parents) Should Know
If you’re a high school junior, you’ve probably started to hear a lot about essays, test scores, and extracurriculars. But one piece of...
Apr 162 min read


Why Getting Into a Top College Is Harder Than Ever — and What You Can Do to Help Your Chances
Each spring, students across the country anxiously refresh college portals, hoping for good news from their dream schools. With...
Apr 33 min read


How to Make Your Final College Decision: A Step-by-Step Guide
Introduction College admissions decisions are rolling in, and now it’s time to make one of the biggest choices of your life: where to...
Mar 194 min read


How to Handle College Rejection Without Taking It Personally
Finding out that your dream school does not have room for you can be heartbreaking, but it’s important to remember that it is not a...
Mar 82 min read


How to Secure a Merit Scholarship: The Best Approach for Students
For many families, the cost of college is a major concern, making merit scholarships an attractive way to reduce tuition expenses....
Feb 273 min read


Want to Apply to the University of California? Do's and Don'ts
Getting Ready for the UCs? Here’s How to Stay on Track—Stress-Free! Thinking about applying to the University of California (UC) system ?...
Feb 213 min read


A Guide to 8th Graders as They Enter High School
As your 8th grader begins thinking about their transition to 9th grade, your student is likely feeling both excitement and nervousness....
Feb 34 min read


Make the Most of Your Summer
Maximizing Your Summer: A Guide for High School Students Summer is a golden opportunity for high school students to focus on personal...
Jan 203 min read
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