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It can be difficult for you to separate yourself from your candidacy in selective admission pools. You might wonder: “What ...

Recent research shows the college application process has become a major source of stress for high school students. Over half rank applications as their most stressful academic experience, and nearly ...

Figuring out how to stand out in the college application process can be challenging. Each part of your application is an opportunity to highlight your strengths, passions, and unique experiences, ...

You've narrowed your list of schools to a manageable number, gathered the necessary application materials and started drafting your essay. There's just one thing left to do: actually apply. But when ...

Applying for college is hard. There’s navigating financial aid, the common app, preparing for the SATs, alumni interviews, and plenty more hoops to jump through. It’s no wonder wealthy parents are ...

While many high school seniors have already submitted applications for college admission, there are also a significant number who have started filling one out but haven’t completed it. According to ...

Fewer students are applying to U.S. colleges this year, with experts saying some schools could struggle to fill their incoming freshman class during the coronavirus pandemic. Through November 2, the ...