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Early Decision II – What to Expect

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 12, 2022

Are you considering applying under Early Decision II? Or did you already send in your application and want to know what to expect now? We’ll run through the basics of this college application method and what you need to know for the coming weeks. What is Early Decision II? Early Decision II is the same …

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What are the Benefits and Drawbacks of Applying to College Early?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 4, 2022

Thinking about applying to college early? There are a few things you need to consider before sending in those applications under Early Action or Early Decision. Here are the benefits and drawbacks of applying to college early. What are the Benefits of Applying to College Early? You Hear Back Sooner One of the major benefits …

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What Seniors Should be Doing During Winter Break to Prep for College

By Hilary CairnsPublished on January 3, 2022

Winter break may almost be over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take advantage of the final days of winter break to prep for college. There actually could be a few more things you need to do, including these. Finish Up Your Applications Regular decision deadlines are here. For almost all schools, the deadline comes …

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When Will You Hear Back from Schools About Your College Applications?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on January 3, 2022

If you’ve applied to colleges, you may be asking yourself, “When do college acceptance letters arrive?” It’s a valid question, and no doubt one loaded with a bit of anxiety. When you’ll hear back from the school though depends on when you applied: Early Action, Early Decision, Early Decision II, or Regular Decision. When Did …

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How to Put the Finishing Touches on your College Applications

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 30, 2021

A majority of regular decision college applications are due on January 1st. If you haven’t submitted yours just yet, don’t delay! Turning in late applications could result in declined applications. Here are some tips for putting the finishing touches on your college applications in the final days. Touch Up Your Essays Don’t write your essays …

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What Do You Do If You Were Accepted Under Early Decision?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on December 21, 2021

If you applied under Early Decision, it’s likely that you have heard back from the college by now. Congratulations if you were accepted! You may be wondering what the next steps are in early decision acceptance. Your new school should be reaching out with those shortly if they haven’t already. But we’ll cover some of …

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Should You Apply Under Early Decision II?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on December 16, 2021

If you’re in the midst of applying for colleges, you may have come across a school on your list that offers Early Decision II. But what is it, how does it differ from regular Early Decision, and should you apply under it? We answer all three questions in this article. What is Early Decision? Early …

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Universal Application Deadline: January 1

By Hilary CairnsPublished on December 15, 2021

Have you applied to your colleges yet? The due date is just around the corner! Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming universal application deadline. When is the Universal Application Deadline? Many colleges have their regular decision application due date on January 1st. While this is extremely common, it is not a hard …

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What to Know About Your Upcoming College Application Deadline

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 10, 2021

We know the holidays are here and you have a lot going on, but regular decision college application deadlines are fast approaching! If you’ve put it off until last minute or have to get a few papers together still, here’s what you need to know to make sure you have your college applications in by …

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What You Need To Know About College Application Fees

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 10, 2021

College expenses start even before you enroll in a college, starting with the application fees. Granted the application fees are negligible when compared to the cost of college, but these small amounts can still add up. More so if you apply to several colleges in an attempt to increase your chances of acceptance. Paying for …

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