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Crafting a “Why Major” Essay The why major essay is one of the most common types of essays found in the college application requirements. Why is it a favorite among […]

Scholarships and Grants When it comes to paying for college, scholarships and grants are essential tools that can make higher education more affordable. Unlike student loans, scholarships and grants for […]

With the cost of college tuition rising each year, paying for college is a challenge for many families. In this article, I will discuss Columbia financial aid options, scholarships, jobs, […]

Summer break before your senior year is one of the best times to tick those college campus visits off your checklist. As you begin to finalize your college list, touring […]

Scholarships for High School Juniors: Introduction As a junior, college financial planning may not be at the forefront of your mind. However, it’s never too early to start preparing for […]

AP Classes for College Admissions If you are a high school student, you have probably heard of AP classes, also known as Advanced Placement classes. Indeed, AP courses are an […]

The following essay examples were written by several different authors who were admitted to Brown University and are intended to provide examples of successful Brown University application essays. All names […]

Why Major Essay Examples At many schools, the why major essay forms a crucial part of the college application process. In addition to your Common App essay, many schools require […]

This article about studying abroad is presented in partnership with amberstudent, a student accommodation provider that aims to help students find housing and transportation abroad.  Introduction: The benefits of studying […]

With over 5,000 colleges and universities in the U.S, it can be very nerve-wracking to determine which institution is the right one for you. In this guide, I will walk […]

Preparing for College by Completing Two Years of Dual Enrollment in High School In this article, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Zoe Edington shares her experience with dual enrollment in high school […]

Coalition Essay Prompts 2023-2024 Over 100 schools across the United States accept the Coalition for College Access Application and its affiliated Coalition essay prompts. This fast-growing application platform aims to […]

American University Supplemental Essays If you’re in the midst of applying to colleges, chances are you’ve already been asked to write several supplemental essays. The American University application is no […]

If you are a high school or college student interested in business, entrepreneurship, finance, or marketing extracurriculars, you may wonder: What is DECA and why should I get involved? For […]

7 min read In this article, CollegeAdvisor.com Admissions Expert Tamara shares tips for what to do if your high school doesn’t offer extracurriculars. For more guidance on extracurriculars and the […]

Common App Colleges If you’re planning on applying to college, chances are you’ll be joining the millions of students that apply to Common App schools each year. The Common Application […]

Cornell Supplemental Essays Cornell University is one of the most competitive schools in both New York and the nation. In recent years, the Cornell acceptance rate has only gotten lower. […]

Cornell ILR Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations — Cornell ILR for short — is a unique Ivy League program focused on work, labor, and employment. If you’re […]

How to Get Into USC – General Information  The University of Southern California is a private university located in Los Angeles, California. USC was founded in 1880 and has a total […]

Average GPA for College & GPA Requirements: Introduction Your Grade Point Average (GPA) plays an important role in the college application process. But you may be wondering just how important […]

College Interview Questions and how to prepare for a College Interview? In this “College Interview” guide, we offer some of our top college interview tips for how to prepare for […]