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How to Get into Harvard
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By Collegewise Staff
July 23, 2025 | 14 minute read

Earning admission to Harvard University is often seen as hitting the college admissions jackpot. Despite how competitive the admissions process is, each year, thousands of students...

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College Essays

Tackling the Common App Personal Essay: Strategies that Work in 2025-2026
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By Collegewise Staff
July 18, 2025 | 15 minute read

Staring at a blinking cursor and wondering how to tackle the Common App personal essay? You're not alone. This blog will offer expert insight into what the personal essay is, how to get...

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College Research

How Many Colleges Should You Apply To?
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By Collegewise Staff
July 15, 2025 | 11 minute read

One of the most common questions students grapple with is: “How many colleges should I apply to?” While there is no magic number that fits everyone, this blog will offer strategic insight...

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College Essays

Academic Interests Supplemental Essay: Your Complete Guide & Examples
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By Collegewise Staff
July 11, 2025 | 13 minute read

If you're a high school senior navigating college applications, you know thesupplemental essay is a key piece. Many colleges will ask about your academic interests, often phrasing it as...

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Top College Admissions Tips for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
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By Sheng Wen
July 11, 2025 | 6 minute read

If you're applying to college as an aspiring entrepreneur, and/or attendee of the BeyondX conference for young entrepreneurs, it’s easy to assume you need a long list of leadership roles,...

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What Colleges Look For

What is a Weighted or Unweighted GPA? Which Do Colleges Care About?
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By Collegewise Staff
July 10, 2025 | 18 minute read

Weighted versus Unweighted GPAs: A Closer Look Families routinely ask questions about grade point averages and college admissions. Questions that come up often include: What is a weighted...

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