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In the wake of the Supreme Court’s historic decision to end race-conscious admissions at U.S. colleges and universities, another admissions policy has quickly emerged as a target for reform—legacy admissions. In a rare instance of accord, both Justice Sotomayor and

Get ahead of the game this summer and set yourself up for success in the coming school year! We’ve curated an awesome list of resources just for you, addressing the topics that matter most during your summer break.

Freshman? Introduce yourself, stay organized, and study diligently. Sophomore? Prioritize grades, consider PSAT/SAT, and explore colleges. Junior? Focus on grades, complete standardized tests, and start building your college list. Seniors? Begin college applications early, maintain strong grades, and cherish memorable

In the competitive world of Ivy League admissions, internships allow students to demonstrate to admissions officers that they have gained professional acumen and experience in their field of interest, acquiring real-world skills and proficiencies that they will carry into their

The pressure many students feel to achieve academically often results in stress and anxiety. Anxiety is best addressed by trained professionals, and there are plenty of online and in-person resources for therapy that students and parents can utilize.

Commencement is a momentous occasion, marking the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and personal growth. Each year, colleges and universities invite esteemed leaders in business, technology, entertainment, and politics to deliver addresses to their graduating class, offering congratulations

The Common Application will allow colleges to conceal students’ race and ethnicity on application forms amidst debates on diversity in admissions. The move aims to comply with potential bans on race-conscious admissions by the Supreme Court. Uncertainty remains regarding the

Federal appeals court upholds Thomas Jefferson High School’s admission policy, which eliminates consideration of race, sex, and name. The policy emphasizes an essay, prioritizes top students from public schools, and factors in economic status. Increased diversity observed. Potential Supreme Court

UC Berkeley’s new College of Computing, Data Science, and Society (CDSS) aims to provide accessible education and groundbreaking research. It will house various departments and programs, including computational biology and data science. The transition of majors is expected by spring

Test-taking can be a source of anxiety, particularly as many students worry about their year-end grades. However, the right preparation can increase your confidence and make test day less intimidating.