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UC Admissions Information

The University of California (UC) is one of the most prestigious public universities in the United States. As such, it is no surprise that admission to UC campuses is highly competitive. In order to be considered for admission, students must have a strong academic record with a high grade-point average (GPA). But their admissions stats…

The Guinea Pig Freshmen Class

While starting college has always been a big transition, the prelude of two years of isolation has posed new challenges for current college freshmen. Dubbed the “guinea pig” generation, they’re learning to navigate the waters of college bearing the impacts of the pandemic’s disruption to their high school experience. Many students have reported feeling academically…

Appealing For More Financial Aid

Understanding the financial aid package you’re offered is key to reducing the cost of college. But what if your offer isn’t enough? Petitioning for additional aid is an (often overlooked) possibility. Many colleges offer multiple financial aid options, and the first one they send is not always the only option. It’s important to remember that…