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Your Ultimate Guide to a 4.0 Grade Point Average
Improving your grades is always a beneficial goal. Here's what a 4.0 GPA means for college-bound high schoolers, university students, and job seekers.
Ivy League Admission for International Students: Part 3
In this last installment, international students can learn about essays, application details, and final things to keep in mind for Ivy League admission.
by Matt Larriva
Essential Advice for Hiring an Independent College Advisor
With high school counselors facing heavy caseloads, many families have turned to private college counselors. Here are some important considerations families should keep in mind before hiring one.
Smart Summer College Planning Steps for All High School Grades
Summer is a great time to work on the college search and admission process. Here's how to prep whether you're a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior!
by Rebecca Blyn
Top Tips to Help You Manage Your Stress During College Application Season
Senior year is stressful, with standardized tests, college apps, extracurriculars, and school work. Here are some ways to keep you calm through all of it.
A Helpful 2–Year Timeline for Transferring Colleges
Planning to transfer to a four-year college or university? This timeline will help you keep track of what you need to do and when you need to do it!
The Pros and Cons of Owning a Car in College
Should you live on campus or off? Should you own a car or not? Which option is best (and cheapest)? Keep reading to figure out what's right for you.
by Matt Keegan
How to Transfer Colleges: An Easy–to–Follow Guide
Planning to transfer to a new college? This list created by a real student features helpful tips to guide you through the process and keep you on track.
by Darin Dabney
5 Things to Do When You're Feeling Overwhelmed by College
College is like riding a bike: Every time you fall down, you have to get back up. With these tips, you'll stay on track with your academics and social life.
Grad Admission Checklist: 12–10 Months From Applying
Planning to apply to grad school? This series walks you through a 12-month timeline leading up to submitting your applications, starting 12–10 months out.
How to Start the New Semester on a Strong Note
Starting a new semester on the right foot will ensure a smoother, less stressful academic year. Here's how to set yourself up for success this semester.
5 Tips to Make the Most of Your Study Abroad Experience
Study abroad is not something you want to pass up. These tips can help you make the most of your experience and get all the benefits from your program.
Important College Admission Terms: Schools, People, Applications, and Deadlines
College admission can get confusing with so many school types, applications, deadlines, and faculty members to keep track of. This handy glossary can help!
by Sofia DeRose
5 Important Lessons Diversity on Campus Teaches You
From becoming more self-aware to standing up for your own beliefs, here are five lessons diversity has taught one college student.
by Naomi Hong
How to Know When Your College List Is Final
Finalizing a list of colleges to apply to is a lot of pressure! Here's how to make sure you end up with a list you're proud of with schools that suit all your needs
3 Essential Steps to Launch a Successful Business Right After College
It’s never too early to develop a business plan and get ready for your career! Here are three steps for students preparing to launch a new start-up postgrad.
by Maxime Croll
Post–College Advice for Unemployed Graduates
Graduating college without a job lined up? A lot of students are in the same boat. Here's what you can do to boost your career prospects and find work ASAP.
by Lamar Hull
College Planning Calendar: May 2024
Another academic year is wrapping up soon! Help students get ready for test dates, graduation, summer, and more with our May College Planning Calendar.
Balancing Classwork and Sports as a High School Student
Balancing school and sports takes a lot of time management and planning ahead. Check out these tips to help you get organized as a high school athlete.
6 Important Ways to Get Involved on Campus
College is about more than good grades and a degree. Make the most of your experience and get involved in some of these on- and off-campus opportunities!
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