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The University of California’s announcement that they will temporarily suspend the SAT application requirement has left many high school juniors with questions. To help clarify things, we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions and provided answers.
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Many of us grow up with our sights set on attending a particular “dream” school. To help you, here are 12 tips for how to get into your dream college.
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