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How to Write the Georgia Tech Application Essays 2020-2021
July 13, 2020
The Georgia Institute of Technology recently made headlines with the announcement that it will no longer accept the Common Application personal statement. They will still use the Common Application system, but will “will no longer utilize the long essay portion of the Common Application.”
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Who NOT to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation
July 10, 2020
As you start looking through the requirements for different colleges, you’ll notice that there’s one component that’s not in your hand: the letter of recommendation. This element is required by every university to get an understanding of your performance in class beyond
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A Guide to the Dos and Don'ts of Virtual College Interviews
July 9, 2020
The outbreak of COVID-19 has impacted almost every industry — and the college admissions landscape is no different. As students adjust to virtual classes and information sessions, they also have to start thinking about new ways to explore admissions options remotely. Since this would be
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A Guide to the UChicago Supplemental Essays 2020-2021
July 6, 2020
You probably already know that admission into the University of Chicago, with its acceptance rate of only 7.9%, is far from guaranteed. But as you gear up to apply, you might get further thrown off by the essays you have to write. Alongside the required classic “why UChicago” question
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An Analysis of the Common App Personal Statement Prompts 2020-2021
July 2, 2020
After months of research, weighing your options, and comparing acceptance rates, you’re finally settled on a college list that you’re happy with. Chances are, at least a couple of the schools among your choices use the Common Application. Aside from allowing you to fill out your personal and academic information once (instead of a dozen or so times!), the Common App is where your personal statement goes to help schools get to know you
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Personal Statement Structure: How to Organize Your Essay
July 1, 2020
If you’re about to be a high school senior, you’ve probably heard this many times by now — the personal statement can make or break your application. Using just 650 words, you have to demonstrate who you are, what makes you unique, and what you’re passionate about in a way that impresses admissions officers.
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How to Get Into MIT
June 30, 2020
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a dream school for almost every student interested in STEM — and even for business and humanities candidates. But gaining admission to MIT is easier said than done.
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High School Organization Tips to Help You Succeed
June 26, 2020
Let’s face it. There is so much going on in your life as a high school student. You’re rushing from finishing up your classes to getting to your club Zoom meetings on time. If you’re an upperclassman, you have to find time between completing homework assignments to look up colleges
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When is it Too Late To Apply To Medical School?
June 25, 2020
You’ve been preparing for the last few years, and you were well on your way to racking up extracurriculars, acing the MCAT, and getting As in your senior year classes. However, with the arrival of COVID-19, your plans to apply to medical school may have completely been thrown off. Not only
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Recommending the 10 Best Podcasts for High School Students
June 24, 2020
In my opinion, podcasts are one of the best and easiest ways to absorb information and learn about new topics. As the host of three podcasts, I’m particularly excited to suggest the best podcasts for high school students.
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