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College Applications

How Important is a High School GPA in College Admissions?
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By Renee Roush
March 17, 2023 | 7 minute read

Here at Collegewise, we’ve noticed a rising trend in our students to hyper-focus on their grade point average (GPA).

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Early Action vs. Early Decision vs. Regular Decision: Full Guide
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By Sam Joustra
March 9, 2023 | 19 minute read

Ready to apply to college but don't know the difference between early action, early decision, and regular decision? Here's the difference between the three.

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How Might ChatGPT Affect College Admissions
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By Anita Doddi
February 20, 2023 | 15 minute read

ChatGPT is getting lots of attention because it may change education. Here's how we think ChatGPT might affect the college admissions process and essays.

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College Applications STEM

A College Application Guide for STEM Majors
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By Charlie Duffy
September 22, 2022 | 8 minute read

Applying to college as a STEM major is a unique process. For students (and parents) looking for extra advice on how to maximize a STEM application before hitting the "Submit" button, read...

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What To Do If You've Been Deferred (2025)
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By Collegewise Staff
January 13, 2022 | 9 minute read

If you're a high school senior who applied Early Action or Early Decision to a college, you may be admitted, denied, or deferred. A deferral is a college’s way of saying “maybe.” But what...

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Admissions Committees: What Goes On Behind-the-Scenes
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By Sam Joustra
September 22, 2021 | 5 minute read

If you’ve seen the 2013 movie Admission starring Tina Fey, you’ve gained some insight into a representation of an admissions committee. The operative words there are “a representation.” We...

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