How to Build a College List: A Guide to Researching Schools

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Finding your best-fit college starts with knowing where to look. With thousands of colleges and universities across the country, narrowing down your options can feel overwhelming. But with the right approach, you can build a college list that aligns with your academic goals, personal preferences, and career aspirations. This guide will show you how to…

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UC Admissions Updates

UC Merced and UC Riverside See Application Surges Move over, LA and Berkeley! The past year there was a noticeable shift in campus interest within the University of California landscape, with UC Merced and UC Riverside experiencing impressive surges in freshman applications. Merced saw a remarkable 50 percent leap, and Riverside having a nothing-to-sneeze-at 22…

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Your Complete 2025 SAT & ACT Guide: Updates, Strategies, and Must-Know Tips

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Standardized testing remains a key component of the college admissions process, despite shifts in policies across universities. While some schools have moved to test-optional or test-blind admissions, having a strong ACT or SAT score can still bolster your application, improve scholarship opportunities, and provide an additional data point for competitive programs. If you’re a high…

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