Essay Tips From an Essay Reader
I’ve read a lot of essays in my life. I’ve probably read tens of thousands of essays. In what feels like a former life, I taught AP English Literature. Any… Continue reading "Essay Tips From an Essay Reader"
Category: Applications
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Weighted GPA: Why a 4.0 Doesn’t Always Equal 4.0
Have you ever been at a party with friends when someone says, “I can’t believe SuchAndSuch didn’t get into XYZ State University. She had a 4.0!” Or maybe when Grandma… Continue reading "Weighted GPA: Why a 4.0 Doesn’t Always Equal 4.0"
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Can You Change Your College Decision After May 1?
After years of planning, months of applications, weeks of college visits, and waiting for those emails to come through before April 1, you’ve finally chosen a college. You’ve put down… Continue reading "Can You Change Your College Decision After May 1?"
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Why You Shouldn’t Trust College Acceptance Prediction Calculators
As hard-working students, you’ve spent years cultivating your high school transcript. You’ve done community service. You’ve figured and refigured your weighted and unweighted GPA. The college visits are done. You’ve… Continue reading "Why You Shouldn’t Trust College Acceptance Prediction Calculators"
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How to Choose the Best College Acceptance Offer for You
The emails and fat envelopes are coming in. You’re getting into colleges! Maybe even all of the ones you applied to! First… congratulations! It’s a big personal validation to get… Continue reading "How to Choose the Best College Acceptance Offer for You"
