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Tips for Creating a College Application Video Submission

Several highly selective colleges now offer the opportunity to submit a short video with your college application. Check out our advice for giving your top schools a glimpse of your unique character.

Tips for Completing the Common Application Activities Section

Read our suggestions for completing your Common App Activities Section, which is limited to a 150-character description. Learn how to present your unique interests, responsibilities, and roles in extracurricular activities to colleges within the limited fields allowed by the Common App.

Tips and Tricks for Tackling the Common Application Form

Read our tips and tricks to complete the Common Application efficiently and with less stress! Our recommendations include timing, essay writing, editing, and gathering important information in advance.

College Applicant Portals

Why should students take the time to set up a college applicant portal? Read on to find out more about the functionality of these online platforms and why it’s important to follow through and set up your account.

Gap Years Before Law School: Taking Time for Personal and Professional Development

Find out how to make the most of your gap years before law school to develop personally and professionally in preparation for law school applications and your future career. Whether you plan to work, volunteer, travel, or conduct research, each opportunity has benefits and experiences that will help to guide your law school path.

College Interviews

Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about college interviews, including the role they play in the admissions process, changing college policies, how to prepare, and tips for interview day.

Seeking Out Local Scholarships

Local scholarships can be a wonderful way to offset the high cost of a college education, and they offer unique advantages over national scholarships. Read on to find out how to apply for this type of merit aid.

Understanding National Merit Scholarships

National Merit Scholarships are awarded based on PSAT scores. Learn more about qualifying scores, and how you might be awarded college and corporate-sponsored scholarships through this program. Are you eligible?

Merit Scholarships from Colleges

Many colleges award merit aid to entice high-performing students to attend their schools. Find out which factors determine merit scholarships and how these funds are typically awarded.

Finding Your Best Fit Law School

There’s more to applying to law school than the “Top Fourteen” (T14). It is important to research each law school on your list to determine whether it will be a great fit for your preferences and future career goals. Read our tips for how to research law schools and factors to consider in finding your best-fit law school.

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