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Ivy League vs State School: Navigating Your College Choice

Ryan Clark

Published on: 10/08/2023

Navigate the Ivy League vs state school debate. Discover costs, benefits, acceptance rates, and make an informed college choice that's right for you.

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Navigating the waitlist

Ryan Clark

Published on: 03/18/2023

It has become pretty typical for a selective college that accepts 2,000 applicants in hopes of enrolling 500 students to offer another 2,000 well-qualified students places on the waitlist. Of these, a quarter is likely to accept a spot.

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Considering Early Decision?

Ryan Clark

Published on: 08/29/2022

Early Decision is a binding admissions decision plan. In exchange for receiving an earlier admissions decision, students applying ED agree that, if they’re admitted, they’ll attend that college and withdraw all of their other college applications.

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Parent Involvement in Applying for College

Ryan Clark

Published on: 08/13/2022

How involved should you be in your teen’s college application process? Keep reading to find out how to give your child the best college support through this stressful time.

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Deciding on Going to Graduate School? Here’s How to Prep

Ryan Clark

Published on: 05/31/2022

Going to graduate school is a big step in your educational journey that takes a lot of planning. Learn how to choose the right program and prepare for success.

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Do You Know How Social Media Affects College Admission?

Ryan Clark

Published on: 02/28/2022

Social media has made an impact on our lives in so many ways. Did you know that your social media accounts can affect your college admissions? Read on to learn more.

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