The high school Class of 2025 (college Class of 2029) has faced some huge challenges, including attending school through the COVID-19 pandemic and applying to college in an incredibly competitive era. However, these hardworking students have left nothing on the table. Want to find out how they fared? We’ve...
Read MoreA strategic breakdown of the pitfalls we see among students from Princeton, West Windsor–Plainsboro, Hopewell Valley, Lawrenceville, Robbinsville, and the area’s top private schools. Mercer County families benefit from some of the strongest public and independent high schools in the Mid-Atlantic. Students here attend academically intense environments—including Princeton High...
Read MoreFor many students, finding the ideal high school is just as important as scoping out the right university. Especially for students whose academic interests are defined early, public high schools that offer specialized curriculums are a big draw. At these campuses, students not only prepare for the next step...
Read MoreIn the early 1990s, the University of Pennsylvania was struggling to keep up with its fellow Ivy League universities and found itself frequently relegated to “backup plan” status among the nation’s top students. Their institution’s location in less-than-idyllic West Philadelphia and the “sounds like a state school” name contributed...
Read MoreIn addition to a college or university’s sticker price, which includes tuition, fees, and room and board, there are a number of additional hidden costs, from books and course materials to travel expenses and health care. One of the most costly—but increasingly necessary—items is a personal laptop and reliable...
Read MoreIf you live in the great state of Texas, you’ve probably wondered what the best public high school is in the state. For many students, finding the ideal high school is just as important as scoping out the right university. Especially for students whose academic interests are defined early,...
Read MoreFor many teens, the summer is a time to work extra hours at your job, attend a summer program, vacation with family, or simply enjoy a respite from the hectic pace of the academic year. While starting college applications over the summer may not be at the top of...
Read MoreTongue twisters are sequences of words or sounds that are designed to be difficult to pronounce quickly and correctly due to alliteration or repetition of similar sounds or rhymes. Tongue twisters, like all word games, help train our tongues and sharpen our minds. They’re also just plain fun for...
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