Many students see “early” application deadlines and assume they all work the same way. They don’t. Getting this wrong can lock a student into a school they can’t afford, disqualify applications they didn’t know were restricted, or cause them to miss out on the advantages early options can provide. Here is what every student and family needs to know about Early Action, Early Decision, and Restricted Early Action before clicking submit.

Decisions? Did you know you can earn college credit before ever stepping foot on a college campus? Many high school students miss out on this opportunity that can save time, money, and give an academic edge in the college admissions process. Here’s how you can get a head start: Dual Enrollment: Take College Courses for Free! Dual enrollment allows you to take real college classes, often at no cost, while still in high school. These classes: • Are usually offered through local

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