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— Lynn O'Shaughnessy
Nationally Recognized College Expert
October 13, 2023
If you are a politically active student, then it makes sense to select a college that aligns with your views. Even if you do not consider yourself politically-minded, you...
October 11, 2023
Just like the book itself, many To Kill a Mockingbird characters are classics. Atticus Finch, Scout, and Boo Radley are household names. Here, I’ll go through the central To...
Deciding upon and getting into college is such a long, all-consuming process that when you finally receive your acceptance it can feel a bit surreal. A college acceptance can...
September 28, 2023
If you’re writing a paper on Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, you’re probably familiar with the plot of the novel – mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby is in love with Daisy...
September 27, 2023
While applying to college, many students are faced with an additional, daunting task: how to write a scholarship essay. Financial need, already a sensitive subject, can become a stressful...
With an acceptance rate of just 10%, getting into the United States Naval Academy and officially becoming a midshipman in Annapolis is no easy task. After all, how many...
September 25, 2023
If you’re considering law school after your undergraduate degree, you will need to take the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). This 4-hour exam with approximately 100 questions plays a...
September 24, 2023
We’ve all had those moments: you’re reading a book, your eyes start gliding over the lines, and before you know it, you’ve reached the end of the page, but...
September 23, 2023
The (tech) kids are alright. Given the centrality of technology in today’s world, nonprofits, government agencies, and corporations are keen to foster youth tech skills. To that end, these...
September 19, 2023
Let’s begin by making clear that the College Transitions team would never recommend picking a college based solely on its physical beauty. There are dozens of more critical factors...
September 18, 2023
This article will focus on business school acceptance rates, one of the primary ways that business schools are evaluated. Acceptance rates are a major factor when it comes to...
September 15, 2023
Last year, the University of California system received over 206,000 freshmen applications to its nine campuses. Additionally, they received another 40,000 transfer applications. In total, there are now a...
September 14, 2023
Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird is a coming-of-age classic that deals with the themes of American racism, social inequality, the loss of innocence, and the coexistence of good...
Before we reveal the National Merit Scholarship PSAT score cutoff by state in 2023-2024 and National Merit Scholarship requirements, a short history lesson…In 1955, the headlines were dominated by...
September 12, 2023
Want to experience the business world? There’s a wide variety of paths when it comes to business careers, whether you’d like to work at a tech firm, a nonprofit...
September 11, 2023
You’ve toured the college campuses, aced your exams, and are finally nearing the end of your high school career. The only major thing left to do is apply for...
Deciding to become a doctor is a big decision to make at any stage of your life. The process from applying to medical school to finishing your residency is...
September 10, 2023
Interior design dates back to Ancient Egypt, where thick rugs, ostentatious wall art, and the color terracotta were as much in demand as they are today. In fact, most...
September 8, 2023
Are you a high school student thinking about going into medicine or a related biomedical research field? Want to get a head start with medical research experience, or just...
September 5, 2023
If you’re highly interested in learning more about writing analysis, then chances are you enrolled in AP Lang. Essentially, AP Lang is an advanced course for high schoolers that...
