15 Top Summer Programs Still Accepting Applications (2025)

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Jump-To Glossary How to Choose the Right Summer Program Top 15 Summer Programs for High School Students Pre-College Summer Programs for High School Students Free Summer Programs for High School Students FAQs: High School Summer…
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College Readiness Starts in Summer: Research-Backed Habits that Predict College Success

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When the last day of school is over, many students shift into vacation mode, but for those with college aspirations, summer can be a powerful tool for success. Research shows that what students do during their summer breaks can significantly…
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Are College Admissions Counselors Worth It?

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Applying to college can be a stressful and confusing process for both you and your child. Between testing changes, testing timelines, creating a study plan, and narrowing down college lists, it’s easy for the college application process to…
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AP Credit Policies at Top Colleges (Updated for 2025 Admissions)

As you get ready to apply to college, you might wonder what will happen with all those AP exams you worked so hard to prepare for. Depending on a college’s AP credit policies and your scores, you might be able to knock out an entire year worth…

What Does a College Admissions Counselor Do?

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Between juggling coursework, AP® classes, and extracurriculars, high school can be overwhelming for many students. Add standardized test prep, application deadlines, and the constantly changing college landscape into the mix, and you have a…
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Summer Checklist for High School Students

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Summer break is the time to rest and recharge between school years. It’s important to enjoy summer activities, sun, friends, and family, but it’s also a great opportunity to prepare for the school year ahead. We’ve created a summer checklist…

College Lists Made Simple: Factors Every Student Should Consider

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Deciding which colleges to apply to is one of the most important—and overwhelming—steps in the admissions process. It is the culmination of all your child’s hard work and a testament to the person they’ve become in the process. But with…

What Makes a Strong College Application?

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Holistic reviews have become a common practice for colleges and universities across the US. As such, a strong college application contains a mix of strong academics and extracurriculars that add depth to your child’s overall profile. Even…
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When Should You Start Researching Colleges?

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Picking the right college is one of the most important decisions a high school student can make, but when should they start researching? Although most students typically don’t start until junior year, they should start earlier than that. In…