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Last Minute Summer Programs to Apply to

The way you spend your summer can speak volumes on your college applications. Top colleges regard summer activities as a means of better understanding applicants’ passions and interests, and determining the kind of community members they will be outside of

How to Make the Most of Your Ivy League College Visits

Visiting college campuses is a critical step in the process of honing a balanced college list and setting goals for the college admissions process. Seeing a school firsthand allows students to assess its academic offerings, campus culture, and their overall

Insider Advice from Senior Mentor Kelly: How to Wow Admissions Officers with Your Common App Essay

The Common App essay (also known as the Personal Essay or Personal Statement) is one of the most crucial components of the college application. But what exactly are admissions officers looking for in these essays? How can students catch their

2025’s Powerhouse Education Hubs: Where Families Are Moving to Maximize Their Student’s Ivy League Ambitions

As the college admissions landscape grows ever more competitive and cutthroat, families with high school students are increasingly taking education into consideration as they make major decisions about professional growth, personal finance, and where they choose to live. If you

Interested in Science and the Humanities? 3 Interdisciplinary Hooks that Will Make You Stand Out to Top Colleges

Students of English, History, and Philosophy are blending science with the humanities, creating unique hooks to enhance their college applications.

How can I stand out as an intern?

You’ve landed your dream internship — but how can you be a great intern and leave a lasting impression? While having an internship or two under your belt will certainly impress admissions officers, it’s far more important to impress the