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Impressive Candidate vs. Admitted Student
Her story is not unusual -- stellar grades, challenging course load, strong scores, and recommendations,…
How to Handle a College Admissions Deferral
Most students who apply early-decision (ED) or early-action (EA) dream of receiving an admissions offer…
13 College Strategies for Sophomores and Juniors
Attention Sophomores and Juniors: When planning for college, an early start can provide a big advantage…
Advice for College-Bound Students
Looking to pave the way to college, scholarships and a successful future? Consider some advice…
11 Tips to Cut College Costs
Concerned about the cost of college? Looking for affordability without compromising educational quality? Many families…
Sizing Up Student Aid Packages and Negotiating For More
Financial aid awards typically include a mix of ingredients such as federal grants, institutional /…
Scholarships and Merit Aid
Unlike need-based aid, which is based entirely on your family’s financial situation, scholarships and merit…
Waitlisted: Turning “Maybe” into “Yes”
There’s the thick envelope from the college admissions office bearing congratulatory news; the very thin…
9 Point Checklist After Submitting Your College Application
Most students heave a sigh of relief after they click on the college application submit…
Deadlines: Rolling Admission, Scholarships, Interviews and More
Many students breathe a sigh of relief when they see an admissions deadline weeks or…
Choosing a Great Topic for Your Application Essay
Most competitive colleges require at least one application essay as part of the admissions process.…
Private College Admissions Counselors & Independent Educational Advisors: Should I Consider One?
You’ve probably heard success stories about students who have hired private advisors and you may…
19 Common Application Essay Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Many students trip over common obstacles in their college application essays. For example, many students…
Writing an Effective College Application Essay
Your application essays are a prime opportunity to stand out with well-composed essays about what…
Beating The Admissions Odds: 11 Tips Every Applicant Should Know
Colleges and universities around the nation reported record applications, and record-low acceptance rates, again this…
College Admissions Planning List and Timeline
InLikeMe is pleased to provide this detailed college admissions planning list and timeline to help…
Private College Admissions Counselors: Do I Need One?
You've probably heard success stories about students who have hired private admissions counselors and you…
Building Your College Admissions Team
Planning for, and applying to college is a major effort. Your goal should be to…
College Planning for High School Juniors
During 11th grade, the college preparation process kicks into high gear. In addition to building…
High School Curriculum: What’s Important?
A rigorous high school curriculum shows that you are intellectually curious, willing to challenge yourself…
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The college admissions process has become increasingly more difficult in recent years. Many families rely on high school guidance counselors, who have become increasingly stretched. The advice on this page may be helpful to consider as you navigate the road ahead.
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