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How to Revise Cliches in Essays

admin — Sat, 01 Feb 2025 18:30:00 +0000

by Kathleen M. You have heard the advice to avoid cliches and maybe you have even tried to rid yourself of the ones you employ most often. The reason to avoid cliches is that they are a shortcut – and when you are writing an application essay (or any important piece of writing), you don’t want the reader to think you are cutting corners. So instead of most cliches, you

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When Do Students Hear Decisions on College Waitlist?

admin — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 23:19:47 +0000

by Jennifer L. Being placed on a college waitlist can feel like being in limbo – you’re not in, but you’re not out either. Understanding the timeline and process for waitlist decisions can help ease the uncertainty and prepare you for the next steps. This timing can vary depending on the institution. Most colleges begin addressing their college waitlist decisions after May 1st, which is the national enrollment deadline. By

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High Score Tips for the SAT

admin — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 19:35:38 +0000

by Alex L. I’d like to share my experience preparing for the SAT/PSAT, in the hopes that others will take the proper actions for their test with these tips for a high score. In my freshman and sophomore year, my highest score on the school issued PSAT was 1240. I was told by prep programs that I had to take intensive courses to do well (over 1500), but over the

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9 Ways College Differs from High School

admin — Fri, 10 May 2024 18:44:35 +0000

by Ziba R. Transitioning from high school to college marks a significant milestone in one’s academic journey. It’s a time of newfound independence, exploration, and personal growth that comes with a different set of experiences, responsibilities, and opportunities than high school. Let’s explore these variances in 9 ways college differs from high school: High School College 1. Academic Freedom Curriculum is structured, limited choice More flexibility in course selection and

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6 Tips to Combat Test Anxiety

admin — Fri, 03 May 2024 22:51:50 +0000

by Ziba R. Test anxiety–the feeling of dread, extreme distress, rapid heartbeat and racing thoughts, affects many students before an exam. However, with the right mindset and strategies, you can overcome test anxiety and ace your exams. Here are six tips to help you navigate through those pre-exam jitters: Prepare Strategically: One of the most effective ways to combat test anxiety is through preparation. Start early, make a study schedule,

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6 Stress Relief and Self-Care Tips for High School Students

admin — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:48:33 +0000

by Shiv G. As a high school student, juggling academics, extracurriculars, and a social life can sometimes feel like walking a tightrope. With so much on your plate, it’s easy to become overwhelmed and stressed out. However, prioritizing your mental health is essential for maintaining balance and overall well-being, even if it means dropping an extracurricular from your schedule or foregoing an AP course. Here are some of my personal

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How to Write for Common App Prompt #5 – Personal Growth

admin — Sat, 12 Aug 2023 18:01:10 +0000

by Sarah M. Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others. Prompt #5 is the most quintessential college essay prompt. Indeed, any prompt that you choose to answer will eventually come back to the formula asked for here: a moment or experience that led to a process of personal growth. Although you may find inspiration in other

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How to Write for Common App Prompt #4 – On Gratitude

admin — Sat, 05 Aug 2023 18:52:39 +0000

by Lillie W. Two years ago, a new prompt showed up among the Common App’s standard seven personal statement options, a question that invited students to talk about an experience that made them grateful. As several public commentators remarked at the time, Prompt #4 stood out against the other six essay options in a couple of significant ways. Its wording is, “Reflect on something that someone has done for you

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How to Write for Common App Prompt #2 – From Failures to the Future

admin — Sat, 22 Jul 2023 20:03:51 +0000

by Michelle P. From sleeping late past an alarm clock to losing a contact lenses or misspelling a word in a hasty text message—failures and mistakes are a natural part of life. A previous post dives into Common App prompt #2 about failure and challenges for Essay Narwhals. This post will offer some additional insight for students hoping to make this Common App essay on failure into their big win

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How to Write for Common App Prompt #1- A Potential Golden Ticket

admin — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 19:47:59 +0000

by Lillie W. If you’re a rising high school senior, at this point in your life your experience with job interviews is probably limited. But you’ll find out soon enough, once you hit the job market, that there’s no more paralyzing moment at the start of an interview than a company executive’s unexpectedly trumpeting “So, tell me about yourself!” across a big desk. Most of us suffer instant brain freeze

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