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What are UT Austin's SAQ's and How Do I Answer Them?

Bonnie Kleffman, M.Ed., GCDF

Jun 3

College Admission Testing

What are UT Austin's SAQ's and How Do I Answer Them?

UT Austin has simplified the content and number of its short answer questions for the upcoming application cycle.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Applying for the McCombs School of Business

Dale Price, M.B.A.

May 29

College Admissions

A Comprehensive Guide to Applying for the McCombs School of Business

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll help you successfully navigate the undergraduate application process for the McCombs School of Business.

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Hacking Your Future: A High Schooler's Guide to Hackathons

Dale Price, M.B.A.

May 10

College Prep

Hacking Your Future: A High Schooler's Guide to Hackathons

In a rapidly evolving technological world, hackathons have become a playing field for the bright young minds of high school students.

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Dale Price

Apr 25

College Prep

Top Coding Camps

Helping students select top coding camps tailored to their ambitions and helping them understand the potential career-boosting benefits.

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Strategies for Building Activities in Computer Science

Dale Price, M.B.A.

Mar 15

Strategies for Building Activities in Computer Science

Strategies that will help high schoolers solidify their computer science skills and attract attention of university programs.

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How to Answer the 2024-25 Common App Essay Prompts

Dale Price, M.B.A.

Mar 5

College Admissions

How to Answer the 2024-25 Common App Essay Prompts

This article provides insights into the Common App essay prompts for 2024-25.

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Riding the Academic Bike: Navigating the PSAT

Jenn Atkinson, M.Ed.

Jan 8

College Admission Testing

Riding the Academic Bike: Navigating the PSAT

The feeling of the wind through your hair as you close your eyes and sail down the hill. Crisp and cool. You let the two wheels under...

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University of Texas at Austin VS. Texas A&M University Admissions

Melissa Wood, M.Ed.

Nov 8, 2023

Texas Universities

University of Texas at Austin VS. Texas A&M University Admissions

Statistics, traditions, major options, and everything in between for admissions at the University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M.

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Bonnie Kleffman, M.Ed., GCDF

Oct 8, 2023

Financial Aid

CSS Profile and FAFSA: The Death and Taxes of Applying for Financial Aid

Identifying the differences between CSS Profile and FAFSA and how to complete these applications for student financial aid.

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Dale Price, M.B.A.

Sep 9, 2023

College Admissions

College Admissions Mental Health Tips

Many stressors affect our children’s mental well-being. Here are some tips to help make their transition to college a smooth one.

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Navigating Admissions Into UT Austin Engineering: A Guide By Dale Price

Dale Price, M.B.A.

Jun 14, 2023

Texas Universities

Navigating Admissions Into UT Austin Engineering: A Guide By Dale Price

Navigating the world of college admissions can be a complex journey, especially when it comes to competitive fields like engineering at a...

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Understanding How High School Transcripts Affect the College Admissions Process

Jenn Atkinson, M.Ed.

Apr 22, 2023

College Admissions

Understanding How High School Transcripts Affect the College Admissions Process

Find out how to understand your transcript and tips to ensure it is benefiting you in every way possible! One of the most important...

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Ann Cinelli, M.Ed.

Feb 21, 2023

College Prep

Choosing a Major

College Majors Explained For some college bound students choosing a specific major is one of the most important factors in their college...

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Ann Cinelli, M.Ed.

Feb 3, 2023

College Prep

AP vs. IB Programs

AP and IB offer the most rigorous courses for high school students. Both styles will challenge you and prepare your for college.

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College Essays, Short Answer Questions, Activities List, and Expanded Resume' Explained

Bonnie Kleffman, M.Ed., GCDF

Jan 10, 2023

College Admissions

College Essays, Short Answer Questions, Activities List, and Expanded Resume' Explained

“…said my Muse to me, ‘look in thy heart, and write.’” When Sir Philip Sidney introduced this phrase in his first series of Sonnets in...

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Bonnie Kleffman, M.Ed., GCDF

Oct 31, 2022

College Prep

How to Build a Balanced College List

College Considerations: The Balanced List and Return on Investment It’s hard to believe that the first semester is almost half over! With...

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Dale Price, M.B.A.

Oct 9, 2022

SAT & ACT

Going Digital with the SAT

Remember that old saying, “Nothing lasts forever?” Even diamonds degrade into graphite. Well, there is one thing that seems to be hanging...

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Dale Price, M.B.A.

Sep 21, 2022

Texas Universities

Applying to Texas A&M University

HOWDY! My name is Thomas Langford, and along with being a College Consultant with Access College America, I am a loud and proud Fightin’...

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Understanding UT's Short Answer Questions

Bonnie Kleffman, M.Ed., GCDF

Jun 9, 2022

Texas Universities

Understanding UT's Short Answer Questions

Happy Summer Everyone! I hope that the longer days and relaxed weeks have refreshed your mind and tamed that end-of school year stress!...

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John Baier, M.S.

May 2, 2022

College Prep

Advice for Academic Sequencing

Many high school students stress about how they’re performing in their classes, what their class rank is, and how their GPA stacks up to...

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