Category: Featured
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How to Avoid a U Michigan Deferral?
Deferrals (also known as postponements) from the University of Michigan are a common source of frustration. Tens of thousands of students submit applications and supporting materials to UMichigan by the November 1 early action deadline expecting a decision in late December. Come late December, thousands of EA applicants, some exceptionally qualified, are surprised to learn…
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How the Harvard Admissions Process Really Works
A lawsuit against Harvard University provided a glimpse into little-known aspects of the school’s undergraduate selection process. Harvard, like other extremely-selective schools, is known for turning down well-qualified applicants with stellar academic and extracurricular achievements, including valedictorians and students with perfect entrance exam scores. Documents made public as part of a lawsuit reveal how Harvard…
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Résumés continue to add value in the college admissions process
Many high school students wonder if it’s worth the time and energy to create a resume for college admissions and scholarship applications. For many students, the answer is yes! Resumes can be helpful for strong teacher and counselor recommendations, college admission interviews, and scholarship applications. Also, many colleges will accept resumes as part of the…
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Students Advised to View College Marketing Mailings with Skepticism
Students frequently receive unsolicited letters and marketing materials from universities. These mailings may come in the form of a personalized letter congratulating the student on strong grades or PSAT scores and encourage the recipient to apply for admission. It isn’t unusual for students (and their parents) to interpret this correspondence as an indication of strong…
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Matching Career Options with Personality and Interests
Many high school students (and older people too) are interested in learning about careers that fit with their personality type, interests, strengths & weaknesses, and likes & dislikes. There are a number of self-assessment tools to help you. Some of these resources also provide a list of suggested college majors and careers that are…