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Who Should I Ask for Letters of Recommendation?

Princeton College Consulting

College admissions readers are receiving thousands of applications, and the majority of them are accompanied by multiple letters of recommendation. Each college has its own rules on the number you can submit; there are some that only allow one, and others allow up to ten letters of recommendation. Determining Who to Ask.

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7 Questions to Help Improve Your Scholarship Search

Koodoos Learning

Scholarships are a good source of money for school because they don’t have to be repaid and they’re available for every level of education and field of study. Scholarship requirements can be based on merit or need or only open to students within specific demographics, locations, or fields of study.

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The Research Science Institute Program (RSI) at MIT: What it is, How to Apply

College Essay Guy

Incidentally, if you’re on the fence about which test to take, MIT recommends taking the PSAT. They don’t recommend a minimum GPA or other grade requirements, but because the program is so competitive, it can be helpful to take honors and AP courses and be in the top five percent of your class.

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Your Back-to-School Game Plan — Take Action!

Strategic College Consulting

Get a tutor, go to teacher’s office hours, and/or find a study buddy to help you increase your proficiency of course material, or to help learn difficult subject matter. Prepare for Standardized Tests : Start early with test prep for the SAT or ACT, and AP exams. This shows colleges your ability to drive change and lead others.

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What You Need to Know About Vanderbilt University

Ivy Central

Application Components: All required parts of the Common Application or Coalition, powered by Scoir, Official high school transcript Counselor letter of recommendation Two academic teacher letters of recommendation Standardized Test Scores: The test scores are optional for students applying for fall 2023 and Fall 2024.

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The Claremont Colleges: Scripps College

Ivy Central

Scripps College is committed to offering a well-rounded education that encompasses both traditional and contemporary fields of study, with a focus on the humanities, social sciences, and interdisciplinary programs. Standardized Test Scores: Scripps College is test optional.

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Demystify the MIT Acceptance Rate and Increase Your Chances of Getting In

StandOut College Prep

Some of the factors that impact your chances of admission into MIT include: Academic performance: Your high school GPA, course rigor, and standardized test scores (if submitted) all play a role in the admissions process. Letters of Recommendation MIT requires two letters of recommendation from teachers and one from a school counselor.