Getting Into College

How to Pick a College

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When choosing a college, do consider prestige, financial concerns and whether they have your major. But don't neglect secondary factors like city, climate, campus vibe--these make or break your experience!.. more »

How to Prepare for the UK Student Visa Interview at the British High Commission

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Studying abroad sounded like a great idea, and now it's about a month before you'll be traveling to the U.K. You've got all your paperwork sent in to the British High Commission in your home state, and you're worried about the interview for the ... more »

How to Sign Up for the SAT

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Don't miss important SAT deadlines. If you're a college-bound teen or the parent of one, make sure you plan ahead... more »

How to Study for a PSAT

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Every year thousands of ninth and tenth graders take the Preliminary Scholastic Achievement Test (PSAT). The PSAT serves two main purposes: to help practice for the Scholastic Achievement Test (SAT), an exam many schools require as part of their ... more »

How to Study for the SAT II

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Studying for any standardized test can be painful, but the subject-specific nature of the SAT II (Scholastic Aptitude Test II) simplifies your task... more »

How to Write a College Recommendation Letter

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If you are a high school teacher, you're probably inundated every year with requests for letters of recommendation. We can't promise to make the stack disappear any more quickly, but we can provide the steps to effective and persuasive letters... more »

How to Write a Position Paper

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As your education progresses you will be called upon to write many different kinds of papers. One of these is a position paper. Because this kind of paper will appear on many standardized tests and in most English classes, its best to know how to ... more »

How to Apply for a Scholarship From the United Negro College Fund

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The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) administers scholarships to African-American college students. The amount and duration of the funding varies according to the particular scholarship provider... more »

How to Apply for College

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Applying to a college or university is a varied experience depending on what type of institution you plan to attend. The application process can be long and involved for a four-year institution while applying to a community college or open ... more »

How to Apply to Film School

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Film school offers valuable experience and networking opportunities to prospective filmmakers... more »

How to Demonstrate Leadership for College Admissions

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Right now, the hottest buzzword in college admissions is ‘leadership’, so make sure you demonstrate your ability to lead whenever possible on your college applications. But how exactly can you show colleges that you’re a leader, not a follower? ... more »

How to Get Into a College Theater Program

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Bitten by the acting bug? Perhaps you've considered pursuing a degree in theater arts? The following tips will guide you in selecting, and gaining acceptance to your choice of college theater programs... more »

How to Get Into a Top College or University

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You've got a blistering GPA, your SAT scores are off the charts, you're captain of your sports team and you still find time to volunteer. But is it enough to grant you admittance to your dream school? While there's no sure-fire recipe to getting ... more »

How to Get into College Using the Internet

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As early as elementary and middle school, its not uncommon for teens and their families to begin fretting over how they'll afford the rising costs of earning a college degree. Then, as high school graduation draws nearer and nearer, the question ... more »

How to Get an Accelerated Bachelor's or Master's Degree

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Thinking about making a difference in your career by going back to school for a bachelor's or master's degree? These days, colleges and universities are offering working people an option: accelerated degree programs... more »

How to Sign Up to Take the SAT II

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The SAT II, which tests knowledge in specific subject areas, is often required for college applications. Here's how to sign up for these one-hour tests, formerly called the Achievement Tests... more »

How to Study for the ACT

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Studying for any standardized test can be a painful process. But if you start early, you'll save yourself a lot of stress and improve your chances of success... more »

How to Study for the SAT

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Though many colleges today place less emphasis on Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores than applicants realize, the exam is still an important tool used to measure a student's academic potential. Here's how to prepare for this all-important ... more »

How to Write a College Application Essay

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A good college application essay sets its author apart from thousands of other applicants. Here are some steps you can take to make your essay stand out... more »

How to Apply to the Naval Academy

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The United States Naval Academy, located in Annapolis, Maryland, admits approximately 1,200 students each year. These students come from all 50 states and many foreign countries. The competition for an appointment is stiff, and interested ... more »

How to Establish In-State Residency in Arizona for College

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In 2006, Arizona passed into law residency requirements for colleges. All public colleges in Arizona are required to verify citizenship, legal residency or other lawful presence status for any student trying to obtain in-state tuition or ... more »

How to Treat your teachers

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Teachers are the second parents of all the children or students who goes to school to learn something. Treating your teachers nice and with self-discipline will help you learn the lessons easy and useful to your life. Kids who does not honor ... more »

How to Write a Personal Statement for an Undergraduate Application

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Almost every college application these days requires the potential student to write a brief personal statement summing up his or her reasons for attending the school. Here's how to make the most out of a personal statement... more »

How to Get Into Art School

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If you are passionate about art, you should be able to get into art school. If you have a great portfolio already then you are off to an excellent start, but even if you don't you can make it. Art schools realize that the experience level of ... more »

How to Get Into Harvard

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How to land an Ivy League acceptance letter at Harvard University. Okay, so it's not fool proof, but some helpful hints for people who are considering applying... more »

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