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53 Colleges Offering Full Tuition Scholarships for National Merit Finalists
These colleges offer full tuition scholarships (some including room & board, book stipends, and study abroad funds) for National Merit Finalists and/or National Merit Semifinalists
The Top 21 Colleges for Social Activism and Community Service
21 schools with the biggest cultural focus on social activism and community service.
Your Dream College Might Prevent You From Living Your Dream Life
I’ll come right out and say it; attending the college of your dreams is not always worthwhile.
An International Freshman’s Reflections on Life at Berkeley
An international freshman at Berkeley’s reflections on life at the world-renowned university.
The Secret to Standing Out
It is easier than you think to stand out from the crowd.
How to Score a Killer Teacher Recommendation
It isn’t random.
65 Colleges That Give Generous Aid to International Students
You can get money if you know where to look.
3 Reasons to Sign Up for the June SAT Subject Tests By Friday’s Deadline
Don’t study the same material twice. Just get it over with now.
A Year at Harvard
Four seasons on a beautiful New England campus
Making the Most of Failure
How a friend turned getting rejected from every college into the best experience of his life.
Your College Decision Day Playlist: 13 Songs to Play While You Discover Your Fate
It’s the end of the world as we know it, and I feel fine.
Texas A&M University: An Interview with a Current Freshman
A student from China tells us about her impressions of Texas, student life, her classes, and cultural differences.