The Unique Challenges of Applying to College as a Refugee
When it came time to apply to college, Wajma Soltan, an Afghan refugee, wasn’t quite sure where to start.
When it came time to apply to college, Wajma Soltan, an Afghan refugee, wasn’t quite sure where to start.
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A high personal acceptance rate can actually be quite the predicament — a good predicament, yes, but a predicament nonetheless.
If you have lower-than-ideal test scores, but impressive extracurriculars, here’s how to make your application shine.
Whether you were denied admission or deferred, you’re likely wondering what to do next. Here are a few things to consider.
There’s Early Decision, Early Action and another lesser-known option for applying early to college — Early Decision II.
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Learn about this new alternative to the Common Application and the resources available through Coalition for College.
To help you through your early decision debate, parents and students share their reasons for applying early decision.
If you pick a college based on its sports teams, will you actually like it? After all, not every day of the week is game day. Former students share their take.
Parents who’ve spent extra money on their kids’ college application process report back on the outcomes.
Find out if you’re ready to make the commitment of applying to college early decision.
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To be sure you make the best impression you can with your application, former and current admissions officers share the most common and annoying applicant mistakes.
The questions admissions officers actually want you to ask to ensure you’re applying to their school because it’s the right match for your educational, personal and professional goals.
Everyone has a different reason for going to college. We asked several college-bound students to share what college means to them.
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Senior year can be one of the most jam-packed times of your academic career. Take some time to do a little prep work during the summer.
You may have a college acceptance in hand, but that doesn't mean your college-prep work is over just yet.
Waitlisted? Not the ideal situation, but there are a few things you can — and should — do that may increase your chances of getting accepted.
These programs can ease your college transition, help you create relationships with other incoming students and sometimes offer college credit. Here are several that could be a fit for you.
Enrolling in your safety school can be a major disappointment. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. Real students share their stories of loving their safety school experience.
Current women’s college students and alumnae share why they chose a single-sex school and the benefits of all-female education.
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Not getting into college can be scary, but there are solutions. Here are some backup plans that can help.
Check out these trends so you can leverage new technology and developments to help you get accepted.
Not sure you’re picking the right school? Take this quiz to find out if you’re making the best college choice for you.
Current college students and recent grads share what worked for them.
If you’re accepted early action, should you accept immediately or hold off until you hear from other schools?
There are four major reasons this happens. Learn them and avoid them.
Courtney McCrimmon, a recent graduate of Hampton University, reflects on her experience.
January deadlines are looming. Here’s how you can still hit them.
Visiting, applying to and pursuing financial aid at colleges is a complicated process for any family.
If you’re thinking about taking a break before starting college, ask yourself these questions.
You committed but changed or your mind or are facing new circumstances. What now?
Three students who are doing it explain how to decide whether it is — or isn’t — right for you.
If you take charge and prioritize your time, you can find a balance between applying to school and managing your other commitments.
It’s easy to overlook these things while you’re trying to juggle school, life and extracurriculars.
Texts can be a valuable resource for keeping you informed and on track, but they also raise questions about students’ privacy and personal space.
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Juggling schoolwork and college applications can be stressful. These techniques will make it easier.
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You may want to help your kid with their application, but how much help is too much?
College applications can be stressful for parents as well as students. But you can get through it.
This summer, why not take an axe to next year’s college tuition bill. How? Two words: Community college.
You are your own best advocate.
For some prospective college students, going on a campus tour isn't a possibility. Luckily, there are ways to get a sense of your future alma mater without stepping foot on campus.
Are the biggest college brand names really the best for you.
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Hey college applicants, are your social media feeds clean enough for college admissions?
You may not have received the college acceptance you’ve been waiting for, but there’s always next year.
Remember that recognizing when you need help and knowing how to ask for it is part of your educational experience at college.
So now what? After all the deadlines, essays, college visits and financial aid number-crunching, you probably feel a mix of emotions.
It’s natural to be upset if you receive a rejection letter from your top college pick. But as you begin to consider your acceptances, you may want to revisit that rejection from your first choice school too.
There is life after rejection. Follow these tips.
Congratulations! You have been accepted to college — or maybe more than one college.
You may not have been accepted to your first-choice college, but sometimes your second choice is a better fit.
It's time to make one of the biggest choices of your life.
Leaving one school and starting all over at another can be challenging, so you should consider these things before deciding to transfer.
For anyone who aspires to become a doctor or other medical professional, getting into a good medical school is the first step.
From acceptance to deferral to rejection, these are your next steps.
The college interview is usually not a required part of the application process, but admissions committees at selective schools use them to get to know applicants better.
Remember that you're interviewing the school, too.
Scheduling a college interview and making a good impression is a great way to differentiate yourself from other applicants.
From now until January, consider this your game plan.
It’s a big commitment, and you’ll need to be organized and ready to move quickly if you want to make it happen, since the deadline for many schools’ early decision admissions is in early November.
Do you just want to get the college application process over with? You should consider applying early.
It's a balance of what's important to you, what's realistic, and what will best serve your needs.
In addition to highlighting your accomplishments, it’s important to show colleges “what’s in it for them.”
Here are a few ideas to help you decide.
Are your students feeling overwhelmed? These tips can help them (and you) stay on top of their applications.
Between prom prep and finals, it doesn’t hurt to find a little time to prepare for college early, and spring break is the perfect opportunity to begin.
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