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Preparing for College, Year by Year
You’ve probably heard the expression that college applications are a marathon, not a sprint. That’s because there is so much work that goes into applying
How to Write About Academic Challenges in the Additional Information Section
The additional information section is such a small (optional) portion of the college application, and yet still, if used strategically and correctly, it’s actually one
How to Prepare for the AP Macroeconomics Exam
Looking for tips on how to prepare for the AP Macroeconomics Exam? You’ve come to the right place! This blog includes AP Macroeconomics test prep
How to Prepare for the Microeconomics Exam
Are you preparing for the AP Microeconomics Exam? If so, you’ve come to the right place! This blog, like our How to Prepare for the
Should You Take a Gap Year?
The transition from high school to college is a big deal! While many students go the traditional route from one to the other, others choose
How Campus Life Shapes Your College Experience
At Marks Education, we never recommend that ranking dominates the conversation of where a student attends college. There are so many great schools out there,
How Many People Do You Want Involved in Your College Essay
As college admissions advisors with decades of combined experience under our belts, we’ve seen our fair share of essay transformations— both good and bad. However,
How to Make the Most of Group Work and Group Projects
For many of us, group work can be a double-edged sword. While it’s a great chance to collaborate with your peers, learn from others, and
Why Apply Early Action/Early Decision?
Between building your college application timeline, finalizing your list, and submitting completed files, you’re likely to have thought about whether or not you’ll apply early
What Happens After You Hit Submit on Your College Applications
If you’ve recently submitted your college applications and have come here to learn what you should be doing next, first of all, congratulations! After months
9th + 10th Grade Specialized Program Applications
You’ve probably heard that the college search process is an individual experience and that every student has a unique journey. That is entirely true, particularly
Writing Great Community Essays
The community essay is one supplemental essay topic where students seem to struggle. Many aren’t sure how to discuss their contribution to their community in