Internships are something that high school students should be looking for as college approaches. Not only is this a huge boost for your student profile, but there are many other valuable opportunities that come along with an internship. Consider the following potential benefits: Networking opportunities – When you have an internship in the field you […]
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When the school year begins, students rush to grab spots in the clubs they want to be a part of. Of course, some of them will drop out of the club throughout the year. But if you want to secure a spot in the club of your choice from the beginning of the year, you
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When spots for students at a university are running low, and a lot of the applications in the maybe pile are starting to seem similar, it can be the little details that make a difference. Here are some of the reasons for wanting volunteer work on your student profile. Volunteer work shows your character –
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When writing a “why us” college essay, you need to explain your reasons behind choosing a university. Of course, there are many reasons a college may have made your list, and not all of those reasons are going to be a good essay topic. Let’s consider a few “don’ts” so that you avoid some of
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One of the essay types that students dread on college applications is the “why us” topic. However, this is actually a very simple essay to write if you understand the purpose behind it. Really, the school just wants to understand your reasons for selecting their college and how you will fit into their existing university
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If you are applying to a number of colleges, then you understand how much work is involved and how vital it is to keep organized if you are going to submit the right things to each school on time. So today, we’re going to provide you with a few tips to help you keep your
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If you want your college applications to stand out, writing superior essays is a must. But if you are already intimidated by this part of the application process, how can you set yourself on the path to success? Here are three tips to get your creative juices flowing. Make the essay personal – This should
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Essays play a huge role in the college application season. You are going to be writing one for just about every college you apply to. So here are a few quick tips to help you prepare the necessary essays. Provide what they are asking for – Not providing the exact type of essay the application
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Depending on the college that you are applying to, you may need one or more letters of recommendation to attach to the application. This means you could need quite a few of these letters, even if some meet the criteria of multiple applications. Here are a few tips when it comes to asking for college
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Planning for and applying to college can seem overwhelming at times. But a college Counselor can help a student and their family to navigate the complicated and sometimes frustrating process. Here are a few examples of things a college counselor may be able to help you with: Crafting a balanced college list – You’re going
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