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Five Top Tips for Making the Most of Grade 9

Ivy Central

The move to Grade 9 can feel somewhat overwhelming, but it is also the start of a new chapter in a student's life. Many think that learning has more of a point as thoughts start to move toward what comes after school. This makes Grade 9 a critical transition point for students; it allows them to explore options without worrying about standardized tests or researching colleges.

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A "B" In A Challenging Course May Be Better Than An "A" In An Easy Course

the college spy

I used to be a high school guidance counselor. For a high school counselor, the start of school means schedule changes. And I don't mean a few schedule changes. I mean LONG LINES of kids who will wait hours to meet with their school counselor to perfect their schedules. It was a fun time of year because I got to catch up with my students and see how they had changed over the summer.

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Does Legacy Status Matter in College Admission?

Estrela Consulting Blog

Oh, legacy admission, you sneaky little detail. How is it that you manage to make so many happy while others loathe the idea of you ? The mere thought of your impact has alumni counting down the years, months and days until they can exclaim alongside their children “WE got in!

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Advice for High School Juniors

CTK College Coach

Christina’s Top Five Tips for This Year’s Juniors Whee– here we go! Junior year is when the proverbial rubber hits the road. You are taking more AP classes, moving up the ranks in your sport, and learning to run a meeting as a club officer. Half of your high school story has been written, and the next half lies before you, ready for your pen. My oldest is a junior this year, so after all my years of advising families on how to best take advantage of resources in high school and prepare for colle

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US COLLEGES THAT ARE INTERVIEWING THIS FALL

Ivy Central

Giving a solid college interview can help sway the decision in your favor. If you haven’t already identified those colleges on your list that are interviewing this fall, now would be a good time to do that. Colleges either offer informative or evaluative interviews. The former means that colleges want to get to know you more and offer you the chance to get to know them more.

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Keeping in Touch with Friends from Home

Caltech Admissions

Starting college can be a big transition. You’re moving to a new place, starting a new school and classes, and faced with making new friends in an unfamiliar environment. And, of course, there’s that whole “becoming an adult” thing. But, you’re also leaving a lot behind. Every new beginning means that an old chapter must come to an end. Leaving behind our friends at home may seem difficult, especially if they’re going to be a long distance away from you during the school year.

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How to WIN College Admission

Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

Get out your pen or phone because I’m only going to go through this once. To get into any college in the country, you need to follow these steps exactly. Note: It is important you complete each task in listed order. Failure to include one of these on your application negates the guarantee. Take AP Physics. Volunteer as a translator at your local hospital.

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How to Decline Writing a Letter of Recommendation

Solomon Admissions

School counselors and teachers tasked with writing letters of recommendation for eager college-bound seniors would likely agree that the job, although a welcomed honor, is a labor of love. Educators spend countless hours drafting detailed and personalized letters on behalf of students in order to support their achievements. Often, letters are crafted with ease, knowing that the student’s countless achievements, accolades, and leadership skills speak for themselves.

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SCG Open Summer Networking Event

Student Consulting Group

On 17th July, 2022, The Student Consulting Group hosts an open summer networking event, Gaining Insights, Expanding Network, for more than 100 high school and university students across Hanoi. From consulting, banking, finance & business management, to starting up one’s own company, our succinct 2-hour Summer Networking Event provides a unique platform for students to strike meaningful conversations and receive invaluable advice from our invited experts and student panelists.

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Oregon State and IECA Launch the AXS Companion

JON BOECKENSTEDT'S ADMISSIONS WEBLOG

Yesterday, IECA and Oregon State University officially launched the AXS Companion, to help any student navigate the Common Application process. The project is over a year in the making, and is a collaborative effort between IECA and Oregon State University, using the talent and resources of both, with special assistance from OSU’s award-winning Ecampus.

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My Summer as a Process Chemistry Intern at Gilead Sciences

Caltech Admissions

This summer I had the incredible opportunity to do a 10-week internship at Gilead Sciences in Foster City, CA. For those unfamiliar, Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative medicines. As a chemistry major, it is not common to elect to do a summer internship as an undergraduate.

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Upcoming NACAC Virtual College Fairs

Estrela Consulting Blog

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A complete SCG-curated guide to consulting for high school students

Student Consulting Group

Management consulting, ranked as top 50 highest-paying jobs, is becoming an increasingly popular career field. The opportunity to work at the world's most prestigious firms, such as McKinsey, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and the Big 4, appeals a wide range of applicants. To stand out, it is important to prepare early. And it is great that you are here!

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Why Is College So Expensive?

Discovery College Consulting

Since President Biden announced on August 24 that he was canceling student loan debt for millions of borrowers, there has been a flurry of responses from a wide range of individuals. One of the main criticisms of Biden’s plan is that canceling student debt does nothing to address rising college costs, which have made earning a degree unattainable for many.

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