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College Essay Topics for 2022

Overwhelmed by the many college essay topics you can write about? Don’t be. We’ll show you potential topics you can choose for your college essay. As discussed in the post about How to Choose an Essay Topic, don’t start with the Common App, Coalition App, or other college application essay prompts.

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How to Find Scholarships You Qualify For

Billions of dollars in scholarships are available for high school and college students. But last year, American students left $100M in scholarships on the table. Why aren’t students claiming this money? I surveyed 1,000 students, and many said: “I don’t know how to get started applying for scholarships.” “I can’t

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How to Choose High School Classes

Table of Contents How to choose high school classes The high school classes that you choose are the most important factor in the college admissions process. Doing your best work in these classes shows that you’re ready to excel in college. Grades are the best indicator of future success at

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Covid 19 on the common app

COVID-19 Question on the Common App

For the second year, the Common App features a question for you to write about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted you. There is no doubt that coronavirus has disrupted our lives. For starters, many schools closed in March 2020 and stayed closed through the 2020-2021 school year. For many

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Applying Test-Optional? Pros and Cons.

As an increasing number of selective and highly selective colleges go test-optional, it shows that institutions are recognizing that it takes more than a score to show a student’s promise. But before deciding whether or not to submit your scores, consider the pros and cons of applying test-optional.

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