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How to Deal With College Rejection Letters: 6 Steps

College rejection letters can hurt. If you get one, stay calm and keep your head up. You have options. If you’ve received a college rejection letter, you should consider writing appeal letter while also celebrating the acceptance letters you do receive. Here’s how you can approach this disappointment. Why Do Colleges Reject Students? The reason …
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What Do Colleges Look for From Students?

Key Takeaways: In most cases, colleges look for high grades, strong SAT/ACT scores, and positive personal qualities. Schools evaluate applications differently and may weigh certain application components more heavily than another. Understanding what college admissions wants from a student can help you tailor your applications for each school. Colleges care about your grades and standardized …

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