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— Lynn O'Shaughnessy
Nationally Recognized College Expert
April 1, 2024
A DBA, or Doctorate of Business Administration, is a terminal degree for those aiming to become leading professionals in business. This degree offers training in business analytics and research...
The average cost of in-state tuition for California universities is $8,400/year. For out-of-state students, the cost is even higher. To help alleviate some of that financial stress, you may...
March 31, 2024
Okay, I won’t hide the ball: my answer to the question, “Should college athletes be paid?” is a resounding, “Yes.” But before I go through the reasons why (and...
Deciding when to take the MCAT can be confusing for aspiring medical students. With numerous factors to consider, from academic readiness to application deadlines, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed...
The grief over losing a loved one is something that no one should have to suffer alone. When someone close to us experiences the grief of death, our responses...
March 30, 2024
Every day you can experience differences in rates of acceleration whether you are aware of it or not. Take driving, for instance: when you hear a sports car rushing...
AP Lit Prose Essay Examples – The College Board’s Advanced Placement Literature and Composition Course is one of the most enriching experiences that high school students can have. It...
Computer Science BA vs. BS – The computer science major has grown enormously in popularity over the past five or ten years. In fact, reports say that undergraduate enrollment...
March 29, 2024
Chicago, often dubbed “the Windy City,” is renowned for its iconic skyline, deep-dish pizza, and esteemed medical institutions. Among the plethora of Chicago medical schools, these institutions hold a...
March 25, 2024
I was lucky enough to have access to quality learning environments/study spots throughout my entire academic career. In high school, I routinely took advantage of my town’s spacious but...
How to Reschedule an Interview – An interview is an important (arguably the most important) aspect of a job application and hiring process (or college application process). Whether you...
March 23, 2024
Internships for High School Students NYC – As an undergraduate, you’ll certainly have many opportunities to snag major-specific internships; however, many high school students now seek out internships as well...
Playing Division 1 (D1) sports is a major accomplishment. Competing at a D1 level requires extensive time, training, and commitment. Overall, D1 sports are a major goal for many...
March 22, 2024
Given how competitive and demanding the college application process already is, when considering where to attend, the quality of food on college campuses might not be your biggest concern....
March 21, 2024
If you’re here, you’ve probably been asked to read Shakespeare’s longest play, Hamlet. Don’t worry if you’re feeling overwhelmed – it’s not an easy play. First, I’d recommend you...
Are you planning to apply for a master’s or PhD program? Though some programs do not require any standardized tests (many became test-optional after the COVID-19 pandemic), there’s a...
March 18, 2024
An education provided by a Jesuit college or university can stand out for many reasons. Whether you come from a Catholic background or not, receiving a Jesuit education means...
A regular on the AP Lit List, Hamlet (The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark) is one of the most famous of Shakespeare’s plays. (Coincidentally, it’s also the longest.)...
I am far from a college sports diehard. I didn’t play football growing up, so I never cultivated an emotional connection to any of the mainstays of the premiere...
March 17, 2024
Students who choose to live on campus during undergrad experience certain benefits that commuter students do not. For example, students are conveniently located near their classes, can more easily...
