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As you all know—only too well—the college application process is competitive, very competitive. You can have great test scores, be at the top of your class, have a great résumé and good teacher recommendations, and still be just one of the pac

There are thousands of colleges out there! Which one is right for you? That IS the question! There are ways to think about fitting your choice of college to you. Academics and majors: On the one hand, you should make sure you research the

The American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) releases it College Destination Index (CDI) each year. This index goes beyond standard college ratings like cost, academics, and athletic programming. It also analyses the areas in which colleges

Applications are up, and acceptance is down. That’s not news; it’s the way things have been. So what are your chances for gaining admission to a college of your choice? Well…not great, but there are always ways of helping along a college app