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The Present and Future of the Pac-12

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The Pac-12 Conference currently consists of only Washington State University and Oregon State University. As of July 1, the Pac-12 consists of just Oregon State University and Washington State University. Former Pac-12 schools left for other conferences offering better media deals. But, alas, it won't be happening.

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Higher Ed’s Reality Check: What Students Really Think About College

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Colleges should: Present total costs upfront, including living expenses and materials Break down financial aid options in clear, everyday language Show concrete examples of return on investment Create customized financial planning tools that account for individual circumstances 3. But what’s going on here? Spoiler alert: it’s not.

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The Hidden Crisis in College Planning: What’s Happening to Middle-Income Families

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For enrollment managers, these statistics represent more than just data pointsthey signal significant leakage in our recruitment funnels before we even have a chance to present our value proposition. Millions of students and families are caught in a middle-class crunch for affording college. What are their college planning experiences?

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What Does Harvard University Look For? Requirements + Tips

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Essays This is your chance to stand out. What does Harvard look for in an applicant? The answer includes strong academics, compelling extracurriculars, and an authentic story that showcases your unique strengths. Lets dive into the key aspects of building a successful Harvard application. What else does Harvard consider?

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Grades and Course Rigor Matter the Most in College Admissions

Great College Advice

Grades and Course Rigor Matter the Most in College Admissions The most recent National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) State of College Admission Report updated its four-year college members’ survey of the Factors in the Admission Decision. Although anecdotes can help, sometimes the data can tell the story for you.

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Online Extracurricular Activities: How to Make Them Work for College Admissions

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Competitions and academic Olympiads Online competitions can be a fantastic way to stand out. For example, platforms like Devpost and HackClub host numerous virtual hackathons where students can create tech solutions, collaborate, and present their projects. Nothing does that better than your extracurricular activities.

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Top Summer Programmes: Simons Summer Research Program

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What makes Simons stand out from other STEM research summer programmes is that Simons Fellows (accepted students) can choose to identify a member of faculty who is conducting research into an area they are interested in and ask them to act as their mentor for the duration of the program.

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