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5 FREE College Resume Templates

Key Takeaways A college resume can be defined as a brief, one-page summary of a student’s high school accomplishments that highlights relevant education, extracurriculars, work experience, and skills. Important sections in a college resume include contact information, a summary statement, education, extracurricular activities, work experience, and relevant skills. Essential tips for creating a college resume …
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Higher Ed Trends: Declining College Enrollment

Undergraduate college enrollment has been steadily declining since peak enrollment in 2010. The decline has become even more pronounced in recent years after the COVID-19 pandemic. But what’s driving students to not enroll in college in the past 14 years? Birth rates, high costs, low value, and other factors are at play. We cover everything …
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A Simplified Guide to QuestBridge and Which Colleges Use it

QuestBridge is a nonprofit organization in the United States that matches high-achieving students from low-income households with leading colleges and universities. Its primary program, the National College Match, helps students gain admission and full scholarships to top-tier schools. If you’re from a low-income household, here’s how you can take advantage of Questbridge. What is the …
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70 Creative Senior Project Ideas

Senior year has arrived and it’s officially time for you to begin your senior project! However, choosing the right project can be a daunting task—especially when there are countless senior projects out there. To help you get started, we’ve compiled a list of 70 potential senior project ideas. Look through each idea and see which …
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8 Must Know SAT Grammar Rules

How is your grammar? The SAT tests more than your reading comprehension — it also tests that you know the rules of grammar. To tackle this portion of the exam, here are 8 grammar rules you should know before you sit for the SAT test. 1. The Subject and Verb Must Agree Every complete sentence …
A valedictorian is the student with the highest academic achievements in their graduating class.
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What Exactly is a Valedictorian and How Do You Become One?

Key Takeaways: A valedictorian is the student with the highest academic achievements in their graduating class. Valedictorians are generally determined by using unweighted GPA, weighted GPA, or class rank. To become a valedictorian, you’ll want plan early, study often, focus on academic rigor, and ask for help when needed. Are you one of the highest …

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