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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 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 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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7 Tips to a Stand Out College Application

Creating a stand out college application is important. Colleges receive thousands of applications every year. More than 80% of colleges accept half of the students who apply. The other 20% are selective schools that struggle to differentiate between students who have outstanding grades and test scores. Therefore, selective colleges will

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How to Get Into a Good College

If you remember anything from this year, building a balanced college list is important. A balanced college list is 8 to 10 schools that fit what you’re looking for in your education. Beyond the rankings, a good college is one where you’ll learn, be engaged, thrive, and speak highly of

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