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Testing/Test Prep

Four Common Questions (and Answers!) about Standardized Testing
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By Jordan Kanarek
October 17, 2019 | 5 minute read

Multiple-choice question: As a college-bound student, which standardized tests should you be taking within the next year? A) ACT, B) SAT, C) PSAT, D) Subject Tests E) Some of the above

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Life Advice for Teens

Collegewise Alumni: Act Your Age?
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By Maddy Boezinger
October 15, 2019 | 3 minute read

Many of our counselors share how their past and present students often "wow" them—whether it's via a hard-hitting or inspirational essay with an interesting perspective, or through a fun...

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What Colleges Look For

5 Things That Don't Impress Colleges
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By Kevin McMullin
September 24, 2019 | 3 minute read

While the most successful college applicants took their college planning seriously, they didn’t measure every decision in high school against the yardstick of what will look good to...

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College Essays

Tackling the Common App Personal Essay
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By Meredith Graham
September 10, 2019 | 7 minute read

The Common App personal essay demonstrates your ability to write clearly and concisely on a selected topic and helps you distinguish yourself in your own voice. What do you want the...

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Announcements

It was 20 years ago today…
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By Kevin McMullin
August 16, 2019 | 3 minute read

It’s a day of nostalgia and excitement for me, as it was exactly 20 years ago that I officially started a little business called Collegewise. I knew I had the knowledge to help families...

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Choosing a College

Keep An Open Mind, Find the Right Colleges
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By Breanne Boyle
July 16, 2019 | 3 minute read

The first time I learned about Miami University of Ohio, it was from a postcard.

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