You know you will be applying to multiple schools, but it’s a lot of work. You can’t apply to an unlimited number of schools, so you have to be selective. How can you choose the right schools to maximize your odds of getting accepted to the best colleges? Here are a few tips for narrowing […]
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The college admissions process can be a stressful time in a student’s life, but College Planning Source wants to make it better through our helpful blog, informative webinars, and one-on-one assistance. Here are a few quick tips that can help reduce anxiety associated with college admissions. Use a calendar – Mark down the dates that
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The college essay is one of the most vital components of the application, and believing in certain misconceptions could cost you that acceptance letter. We’ll address a few here, but be sure to check out our live webinar on college essays as well. Misconception 1: If the essay says it’s optional, you can skip it
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There are so many tips available for writing college essays, and this is such a crucial part of the admissions process we’ve included the topic in our free webinar series. Even if you feel like you’ve already read every suggestion there is to read, we may have a few more you haven’t heard yet. Here
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We hope you have already signed up for one of our webinars that can help you to craft the best possible college application essays. Today, we will share with you some crucial tips if you want to impress admissions officers and stand out from the crowd. Choose a unique topic – There are some events
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Writing essays for your college applications is one of the most critical parts of the process. The admissions officer will weigh these essays heavily when deciding who makes it through the round of cuts. So being able to write a great essay could be the difference between getting into the school of your dreams and
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Before you start applying to colleges, you need to determine which ones you will fill out an application for. Creating a balanced list is essential so that you maximize your odds of getting into the best school possible. Let’s consider a few key elements to preparing a balanced list of colleges. Do your due diligence
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Seniors across the country are graduating, and it is time to enjoy your final summer before starting college. How should you use your last summer before continuing your education? Here are a few suggestions. Attend your college’s orientation – Whether it is in person or virtual, this is a great way to get acquainted with
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Before you start applying to colleges, you need to find the ones that are the right fit for you. While the Internet can supply you with nearly all the information you need, there may still be reasons to email or call a school. Before you do that, check out these tips. Contact the right person
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The process of applying to a college can be stressful. However, we are going to provide you with three helpful reminders for navigating the process. Take one step at a time – Chart your progress using a calendar. This will ensure that you hit due dates on things like applying for financial aid, asking teachers
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