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Understanding Affirmative Action in Higher Education: A Historical Perspective on Race-Based Admissions in the United States

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Understanding Affirmative Action in Higher Education: A Historical Perspective on Race-Based Admissions in the United States

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The Role of College Admissions Consultants And How They Help Students Get Accepted to Ivy League and Top Colleges.

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The Role of College Admissions Consultants And How They Help Students Get Accepted to Ivy League and Top Colleges.

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For rising seniors, now is the time to start your applications with a college admissions expert!

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For rising seniors, now is the time to start your applications with a college admissions expert!

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ChatGPT and College Admissions Essays: The Risks and Advantages

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ChatGPT and College Admissions Essays: The Risks and Advantages

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Admission Officer Burnout: What is it and how can you avoid it?

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Admission Officer Burnout: What is it and how can you avoid it?

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When does the Common App open for seniors?

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When does the Common App open for seniors?

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This Student Spent One Day on Harvard’s Application and Got Accepted. Here’s why!

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This Student Spent One Day on Harvard’s Application and Got Accepted. Here’s why!

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College Rankings Are Facing Backlash. Here’s What Students Need to Know About Rankings and College Choice.

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College Rankings Are Facing Backlash. Here’s What Students Need to Know About Rankings and College Choice.

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March Madness and College Admissions: Here is how to score a spot in the Ivy League!

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March Madness and College Admissions: Here is how to score a spot in the Ivy League!

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Juniors: It’s time to ask for letters of recommendation! Here’s how.

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Juniors: It’s time to ask for letters of recommendation! Here’s how.

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FAFSA: What is it and when to apply?

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FAFSA: What is it and when to apply?

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Forbes Gives Warning to Start Preparing Earlier for Top College Admissions in Light of Record-Breaking Selectivity. Here’s what they have to say.

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Forbes Gives Warning to Start Preparing Earlier for Top College Admissions in Light of Record-Breaking Selectivity. Here’s what they have to say.

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Should you start a non-profit to get into a top college? Read this first.

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Should you start a non-profit to get into a top college? Read this first.

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Every Day Matters: The Importance of Preparing for College Admissions and Getting Help Early

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Every Day Matters: The Importance of Preparing for College Admissions and Getting Help Early

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Leaders vs. Followers: How students can find and solve unmet needs and challenges in your local community.

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Leaders vs. Followers: How students can find and solve unmet needs and challenges in your local community.

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From grocery store bagger to the Ivy League: Here is why service-industry jobs in high school stand out to top colleges.

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From grocery store bagger to the Ivy League: Here is why service-industry jobs in high school stand out to top colleges.

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Question: My student plays too many videos games and I’m worried about college. What can I do?

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Question: My student plays too many videos games and I’m worried about college. What can I do?

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Can a hobby get you into a top college? Yes! And here’s how.

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Can a hobby get you into a top college? Yes! And here’s how.

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AP Exams: The Importance of Making High Scores on AP Exams for College Admissions

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AP Exams: The Importance of Making High Scores on AP Exams for College Admissions

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Busy? Here is how to make the most of your weekends to prepare for college.

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Busy? Here is how to make the most of your weekends to prepare for college.

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