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Top 5 Competitive Summer Programs

As we turn the calendar to 2024, it’s hard to believe it’s already time to plan for the summer. Colleges care about how you spend your free time: are you golfing and sunbathing at the beach, or are you cultivating your intellectual curiosity by delving more deeply into your areas of academic interest? The Common […]

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Top Humanities/Social Science Contests to Boost Your Ivy Odds

As students look to distinguish themselves in the college admissions process, participating in (and winning!) contests is a great way to earn recognition for your talent and signal to colleges the value of your knowledge and work. Last week, we shared some top STEM contests to boost your Ivy odds, but high school students with […]

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Top STEM Contests to Boost Your Ivy Odds

For high school students with a passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), participating in prestigious contests can be a game-changer. Not only do these competitions provide a platform to showcase one’s intellectual prowess, creativity, and problem-solving skills, but they also offer a unique opportunity to catch the attention of top-tier universities. TOP STEM […]

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The Power of Community Activism in College Admissions

As the holiday season approaches, a time traditionally associated with giving and community, it’s also a powerful moment for high school students to reflect on the impact of their actions beyond the classroom. In the realm of college admissions, the significance of meaningful community activism and civic engagement has never been more pronounced. THE NEW […]

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Colleges in NYC

With the second highest number of degree-granting postsecondary institutions in the country (led only by California), New York State has options galore for the budding college student — with NYC itself boasting an impressive array of Ivy and Ivy-adjacent options. You know what they say about NYC: if you can make it here, you’ll make […]

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