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How to Write a Great Academic Interest or Why Major Supplemental Essay
Some students underestimate supplemental essays— whether due to their length or through thinking colleges don’t read them— they’re actually incredibly important parts of your application


How to do Great College Research
When it comes to college applications, research is your secret weapon. At Marks Education, we’ve guided hundreds of students through their college applications and know


What to expect in Marks Education’s SAT/ACT®® Test Prep Classes
As college admissions grow increasingly competitive and more schools return to requiring test scores, strong SAT/ACT® scores can make a big difference when it comes


What to Expect During an MCAT Tutoring Session
Preparing for the MCAT is no piece of cake! If you’re here, then you know it’s a rigorous and demanding review process that pushes prospective


Demonstrated Interest and Why it Matters in College Admissions
With every passing day, it can feel like college admissions are only becoming increasingly more complicated. It’s not uncommon for students to feel like they


Five Things You Can Do Over the Summer to be a More Productive College Applicant
As the school year starts to wind down and with summer right around the corner, it’s common to daydream about what you’ll do with your


How to Use The Common Data Set for College Research
What is the Common Data Set? You may have heard of the Common Data Set, but many parents and students who come to us haven’t,
Video: Their Future Starts Now: Parents in May
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Taking Good Notes
Taking good notes is more than just writing down word for word what your teacher says; it’s about actually engaging with the material, identifying key


Video: Study Tips for the May 7 AP Literature Exam
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What your AP scores mean from a college admissions perspective
Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams are not only a vital part of many students’ high school curriculum but they’re also a great way for