College & Me

College & Me is a series of articles featuring useful information about College Admissions for undergraduate and graduate degree programs in US colleges.

There are many students interested in doing their undergraduate or graduate degree in US but lack clarity on where to start and how to manage the application process, which is lengthy and can feel tedious. High School scores, standardized tests, the daunting essays one has to write, extra-curricular activities, community work, project work… the list seems endless and students often get overwhelmed.

Through this series of articles, we seek to share information to help you navigate the maze of choices and opportunities to find the colleges that are right for you and to help you through the application process.

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College & Me is a series of articles featuring useful information about College Admissions for undergraduate and graduate degree programs in US colleges.

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Submitting a strong college application takes a lot of hard work. Don't be a victim of misconceptions and half-truths.

Is there more to Common App than the convenience and ease of use? How can I get the most out of it?

Whether and where to apply ED and is it worth it? What is the right decision on early decision?

A collection of our favorite posts. Advice that all students can benefit from.

Interviews add a personal and human dimension to your application.

What do colleges look for in applicants? Is there a secret formula to college admissions?

Liberal Arts colleges are a great option for any college aspirant, even more so if you are undecided about your major.

Standardized tests are both a boon and a bane. Here’s why...

In this article, we explore why doing your undergraduate degree in UK is a great idea.

Admissions officers value a well-written recommendation letter highly, as it reveals things about you that your grades and scores do not.

How useful are college rankings? How should you leverage it in your application strategy?

College Rankings

Your applications are submitted and the wait begins. How to use your time in the most meaningful manner.

In this article, we explore graduate degree programs in the USA and provide guidance on admissions to these programs.

Paying for college is an expensive proposition. Rising costs make it imperative that you plan your finances and optimize costs.

AP courses in high school and a good score in the AP exam create a favorable impression on your college application and can give you an advantage in college.

Work experience, new frontiers, fresh perspectives... making sure you are getting the most out of it.

As a college applicant, it can be very appealing to consider a STEM major but is it the right choice for you? Are you ready to look beyond STEM?

Let's take a closer look at Standardized Tests and the role they play in college admissions.

Join us, as we explore three unrelated and uncommon topics and share a perspective.

Essays are an integral part of the college admission process and provide vital clues about who you are as a person beyond the quantitative aspects. It is an open canvas for you to share whatever is meaningful to you.

The Coronavirus pandemic has put students and their college plans in a tizzy. Colleges are responding with alternatives, while students are searching for ways to make their time productive.

This article explores why doing your undergraduate degree in USA is a great idea.

Common websites, useful when researching colleges and during the admissions process.

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