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Find College Supplemental Essays Early: Your Teen’s Secret Advantage

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Discover what colleges will ask your teen YEARS before they need to write their essays. Is your college-bound teen prepared for the important supplemental essays that can strengthen their applications? Many families don’t realize that these essay prompts are available long before senior year—and knowing them early gives your student a significant advantage. Why This […]

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Unlock Expert Insights on College Admissions with Dr. John Durante

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For many parents of high school students, navigating college admissions can feel like an overwhelming maze of deadlines, requirements, and emotional decisions. You want to support your teen in finding their best-fit college—yet you worry about missing crucial steps or overlooking valuable opportunities. That’s why I’m excited to share an illuminating conversation I had with

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Major Change in Georgia Tech Admissions: Direct Admit for Computer Science!

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If you’re aiming for a degree in Computer Science at Georgia Tech, there’s a significant change you need to know about. As of fall 2024, Georgia Tech now essentially directly admits students into its highly competitive Computer Science major. This new policy means that if you don’t apply to Computer Science as a first-time freshman,

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#058 Navigating the Competitive Landscape of Computer Science Admissions

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Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY Computer science is currently one of the hottest college majors. The job opportunities are plentiful and promise a great return on your investment in your child’s college education. But demand has made CS programs competitive. Is it the right program for your child? And if so, what can your teen do

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#055 Scholarships: Where to Find & How to Win Them

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Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY Regardless of your family’s financial situation, the thought of paying more than necessary for college is a less-than-desirable prospect. With a variety of scholarships available to students, families of all income levels are wise to take advantage of any opportunities they can. It may feel like the odds are stacked against

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