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How to Prepare for the ACT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 12, 2022

The holidays are over and the ACT’s are just around the corner! Time to jump back into the books and start preparing for the ACT. Here are some pointers to get you going. Prep Step #1: Create a Schedule One of the most important things you can do when it comes to studying for the …

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PSATS are Over – Now What?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 12, 2022

Juniors: Congratulations on finishing up the PSATs! That’s behind you, but what do you do after the PSAT? We’ll cover a few exciting things to think about, and also give some tips for freshmen and sophomores who may be up for the PSATs next. You May Win a Scholarship You may just have thought of …

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Deadlines – How Important Are They?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 12, 2022

No matter where you are in life, there are going to be deadlines. There are going to be due dates for your homework and projects, work obligations, taxes, driver’s licenses, and more. It’s vital to learn the importance of deadlines and sticking to them early on. Here are just a few consequences of constantly failing …

A student's hand reaches up to hold the minute-hand of a clock. They consider applying early decision for multiple schools.

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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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Starting Your College Search: A Beginners Guide

By Hilary CairnsPublished on January 3, 2022

Juniors, believe it or not it’s time to start your college search if you haven’t already! While you won’t be completing your applications any time soon, you do need to start getting a move on the actual searching. Here are some steps to follow to get off on the right foot. Talk to Your Parents …

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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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Why Breaks Are Important

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2021

No matter where you are in the college search process, whether just starting your list or polishing those applications, you need to be taking breaks. This includes breaks from studying for the SAT or ACT, scholarship applications, and your junior or senior year work. While you have a lot to get done, you also need …

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