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.

When applying to college, most students expect to request an official high school transcript from their school and pay to have it sent to every college on their list. But several colleges now accept self-reported grades on your application, at least during the admissions review process. What Is Self-Reporting? Self-reporting means you, the student, enter your own courses and grades directly into the college application. You do not need to send an official transcript during th

When applying to college, most students focus on the big three: GPA, test scores, and extracurriculars. But did you know that at many...

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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