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An Easy Plan for Starting Your College Application Essays Over the Summer

Summer is a great time to get a head start on your college application essay. Get started with these quick brainstorming and writing tips from a real student!

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

High School Extracurriculars: What Impresses Admission Committees (and What Doesn’t)

Hoping to impress college admission committees with your extracurriculars? Here’s what they do and what they don’t want to see on your applications.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

6 Student Tips to Detox and Clear Your Mind This Summer

If you need to press the reset button after a long school year, check out these six rejuvenating ideas to get your mind in the right place this summer.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

5 Inspired Tips to Help Romanticize Your Studies

Tricking yourself into thinking homework is more fun than it actually is will make it feel like less of a chore. Try romanticizing it with these five tips!

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

12 Tips and Tricks to Build Confidence in High School

Confidence is an important trait you'll need in college. Here's some advice to help you become more confident in high school and succeed in everything you do!

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CollegeXpress Student Writer

The Best Back-to-School Advice From Real Students Like You

Check out these great back-to-school tips to help you excel in your classes, improve your organizational skills, and be your best self—all from CX users!

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How to Make Your Best College List and the Ultimate Choice

Making a final college decision is daunting, but this advice from a real student can help you build a strong list of schools that you'll feel confident about.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Northwestern University

3 Steps to Help You Get Into Your Dream University

A student from Taiwan shares three things he wishes he'd known earlier in the college search process that can help you get into your dream school.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Northwestern University

Top Tips for Writing a Graduation Speech

Giving a graduation speech can be a nerve-wracking experience, but with a bit of work, you can speak confidently and have fun! Check out our advice here.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Johns Hopkins University

Student Advice to Start Exploring Colleges and Majors

Are you ready to find the right school and the best-fit major for you? Start your search with advice from a real college student who's been there!

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, University of Maryland, College Park

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