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10 Common College Admissions Myths, Debunked
Discover common college admissions myths, debunked to help students navigate the application process with clarity and confidence.

Kian Simpson
Jul 17, 20258 min read


10 College Essay Mistakes You're Making and How To Avoid Them
Avoid the most common college essay mistakes. Learn how to make your college essay truly exceptional by avoiding these college essay mistakes.

Dennis Vidach
May 30, 20259 min read


How To Ask for a Letter of Recommendation? Here are 10 Things Every High Schooler Should Know
In this article, we’ll review 6 of the most important things to keep in mind when you request letters of recommendation!

Alexej Gundy
Mar 4, 20257 min read


7 College Application Mistakes High Schoolers Make and How To Fix Them
This blog reveals 7 common college application mistakes, their impact, and tips to boost your admission chances.

Alexej Gundy
Oct 26, 20248 min read


AFS Intercultural Programs—Are They Worth It?
This blog explores AFS Intercultural Programs, highlighting how these exchanges boost college applications and personal growth.

Stephen Turban
Oct 26, 20245 min read


College Fly-In Programs Explained—What Exactly Are They?
In this blog, we’ll cover the key things about fly-in programs—why to apply, what you’ll do on campus, and how it affects admission chances.

Alexej Gundy
Oct 12, 20247 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Little Ivies and Whether They Should Be On Your College List
This blog dives into the Little Ivies, covering their structure, the meaning behind the name, and key details for applicants.

Stephen Turban
Oct 10, 20244 min read


What Do Admissions Officers Look for in College Essays?
This blog covers 6 key things admissions officers seek in college essays to boost your chances of acceptance.

Stephen Turban
Oct 7, 20246 min read


NJIT's Summer Early College Prep Programs for Middle School Students—Are They Legit?
In this blog, we will review the New Jersey Institute of Technology’s Summer Early College Preparatory Programs for middle school students.

Kieran Lobo
Oct 7, 20246 min read


6 Scholarship Essay Examples and What They Got Right (2025)
In this post, we’ll look at 6 essays that worked—and why they were so effective.

Stephen Turban
Oct 7, 202410 min read


Everything You Need to Know About Getting a College Recommendation Letter as a High Schooler
In this article, we’ll review six essential tips for requesting LoRs.

Alexej Gundy
Sep 30, 20246 min read


What Does a Deferred College Admission Mean? Here are 6 Things You Need to Know as a High Schooler
This blog will run through 6 things to know about college deferrals, and what you should do if you get deferred.

Stephen Turban
Sep 27, 20245 min read


University of Michigan's Wolverine Pathways for Middle School Students: 8 Reasons Why You Should Apply
This blog covers 8 reasons to apply to the University of Michigan's Wolverine Pathways, a free college prep program.

Stephen Turban
Sep 27, 20244 min read


How to Write a College Resume? 8 Tips to Help You Get Started
This article covers 8 key tips for writing your Activities List, from organizing entries to using the Additional Information section.

Alexej Gundy
Sep 26, 20247 min read


Why Networking Matters for College Applications
This blog reveals how networking with professors and alumni can give students a competitive edge in college admissions.

Adi Ram
Sep 9, 20246 min read


How Do A Lot of Students Incorrectly Prepare for Thinking About College? 10 Things You Should Know
This blog covers 10 common college application mistakes and offers tips on researching, reviewing, and strengthening your application.

Stephen Turban
Sep 6, 20246 min read


An Ultimate Guide to the Bezos Scholar Program - 10 Tips to Help You Land It
This blog reviews the Bezos Scholars Program, covering details, eligibility, key dates, and 10 tips to help you secure a spot!

Kieran Lobo
Aug 24, 20247 min read


9 STEM Research Programs for High School Students in California
This blog features 9 STEM research programs that students living in and around California can consider

Stephen Turban
Aug 22, 20246 min read


Northwestern University's Center for Talent Development (CTD) Programs - Should You Participate?
This blog covers Northwestern University's CTD, a top program for high schoolers boosting their college applications.

Stephen Turban
Aug 22, 20246 min read


The Citizen Entrepreneurship Competition for High Schoolers - 8 Pros and Cons You Should Consider
In this blog, we’ll review CEC, providing information on what the competition is about, its structure, how to apply, and some pros and cons

Stephen Turban
Aug 16, 20245 min read
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