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Get Smart!Apr 18, 2018

Conquering the A.P. Exams: Your Week & Day Of Timelines A.P exams are right around the corner (gulp) and we’re in full-on study mode. We’ve written all about how to prepare for your A.P. exams like a B.O.S.S., and today

Get Smart!Apr 4, 2018

Two Keys to Selecting High School Courses It’s pretty common knowledge that college admissions counselors pay close attention to your high school

Get Smart!Mar 28, 2018

Yes, No, Maybe So? The Different Types of College “Acceptances” The big day is finally here! Depending on the university, you’ve either

Get Smart!Mar 21, 2018

Recommended Reading: The Upside of Stress: Why Stress is Good for You, and How to Get Good At It . Spring break

Get Smart!Mar 14, 2018

The Biggest DOs and DON’Ts of College Admissions   The college admissions process is lengthy and intimidating. Each week, we dissect a

Get Smart!Mar 7, 2018

Reading the Common Data Set When you’re in the business of college admissions, the most difficult question to answer is, “Do you

Get Smart!Feb 28, 2018

Finding Your Path: Passion + Skill + Talent Figuring out your path in life is rarely simple. Sure, you’ll meet doctors who

Get Smart!Feb 21, 2018

We’ve written previously about the concept of demonstrated interest, and why it can be so important during the college application process. To

Get Smart!Feb 14, 2018

Food Insecurity in College (and Some SUPER Cheap Dorm Room Meals)   We all know that common stereotype: college kids that are

Get Smart!Feb 7, 2018

What Should Your Extracurriculars Say About You? Every high school student knows that having extracurricular activities on their college application is crucial.

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