Category: Admissions Tips

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College Deferral Statistics 2025 (Data and What to Do Next)

If your student was recently deferred, you’re not alone. With early applications at an all-time high, deferrals are becoming one of the most common outcomes of the 2025 admissions cycle, especially at highly selective colleges. It can feel confusing and discouraging to receive a “maybe” instead of a “yes,” and

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How to Write a Strong LOCI (Letter of Continued Interest)

Table of Contents Quick Answer: Learning how to write a LOCI (Letter of Continued Interest) is essential after a deferral. Send your LOCI within 1-2 weeks of your deferral decision, keep it to 200-300 words, and include three key elements: reaffirm your genuine interest, share meaningful updates that strengthen your

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Common App Questions: Step-By-Step

You probably know already that applying to college is complicated. The Common App questions alone are a lot to work through. Plus, you’ll write at least one 650-word essay, but probably more if you’re applying to competitive colleges. You’ll also need recommendation letters from teachers and your high school counselor.

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State Scholarship Directory

Finding money for college is overwhelming. We’ve made it easier with this list of scholarship opportunities, organized by state. Click below to find local opportunities where you live. If your state is not listed, be sure to check back as we update regularly. U.S. State Scholarship Listings AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMaryland/ Washington D.C.MassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontana NebraskaNevadaNew

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