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10 College Admissions Tasks for High School Juniors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 13, 2023
In today’s fiercely competitive college admissions scenario, it’s helpful to do everything you can to create an application that will stand out from the rest of the competition. There are plenty of things high school juniors can do towards this end, but these 10 college admissions tasks carry the most weight. 1. Make a note …
There are pros and cons to being a transfer student.
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The Pros and Cons of Being a Transfer Student

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Transfers are more common than you might think; in fact, it’s estimated that nearly 1/3rd of all college students transfer at least once during their higher education. The National Student Clearing House Research Center found that 37.2% transfer at least once within six years. As with every decision, there are pros and cons. Each upside …
Here's how you can nail a college interview
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How to Nail a College Interview

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are many elements to impressing a college during the application process—your GPA, ACT/SAT scores, essays, extracurricular activities, honors, the application itself. But there’s another way you can boost your chances—nail a college interview. If you’re very interested in a specific college, you can meet with an admissions officer during your visit and have a …
Can you reapply to a college if you've been deferred?
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How to Navigate a College Deferred Admission Decision

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on October 9, 2024
When you apply to a college under early action or early decision, you can get back three responses: accepted, rejected, or deferred. Deferred means the college wants to review your application again with the regular decision applicants. It can be stressful, as you’ll have to play the waiting game, but here are some things you …
As a parent, there are some do's and don'ts at college orientation.
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Do’s and Don’ts: Parents at College Orientation

By Nick RandleLast updated on December 22, 2022
College orientation is usually a surreal experience for both students and their parent(s). While you’re trying to situate your mind on how the next four years will play out on this campus, you’re also trying to process the ton of information tour guides are saying. As a parent, understand that your kid may be taken …

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