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UC Berkeley Acceptance Rate (2025)

Is UC Berkeley on your radar? Dive deep into the latest UC Berkeley acceptance rates and key recent ...

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What is a Weighted or Unweighted GPA? Which Do Colleges Care About?

Weighted versus Unweighted GPAs: A Closer Look Families routinely ask questions about grade point ...

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How Many People Get a Perfect Score on the SAT?

Confused about how the SAT is scored or what makes a score “good”? Whether you're aiming for a ...

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Early Action vs. Early Decision vs. Regular Decision: Full Guide

Ready to apply to college but don't know the difference between early action, early decision, and ...

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How Long Does FAFSA Take to Process? 2025-2026 FAFSA Update

Submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a crucial step for millions of ...

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UC Application Deadline Guide (2025)

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September 18, 2025

Undecided Major: Is it a Bad Look for Students?

Does applying to college as an undecided major look bad? For students who are still unsure about ...

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September 12, 2025

The Truth About Demonstrated Interest in College Admissions

One of the most cited (but often misunderstood) factors for students applying to college is ...

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September 6, 2025

10 Tips to Ace Your UC Application

As one of the largest systems of higher education in the world, the University of California (UC) ...

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The Ultimate Guide to the UC Application Process

The University of California (UC) schools continue to be among some of the country's most renowned ...

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August 29, 2025

The Common App: A Complete Guide (2025-2026 Edition)

For the past 14 years, an expert team of Collegewise college counselors put their brilliant minds ...

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August 29, 2025

UC Application Deadline Guide (2025)

Every year, Collegewise publishes a trusted University of California (UC) Guide, edited by expert ...

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August 28, 2025

7 Expert-Backed Tips to Improve Your SAT Test Score

Standardized tests can feel overwhelming for even the best test takers. The good news? With the ...

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August 28, 2025

Dual Enrollment Programs: Pros, Cons & How it Works

Are you a student eager to jumpstart your college education? If so, you’ve likely heard about dual ...

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August 26, 2025

What is a College Admissions Officer & How Do They Review Applications?

Applying to college? You may have thought once or twice about who is on the other side of the ...

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August 26, 2025

Is a Personal Struggle an Appropriate Essay Topic?

College applicants often write essays about personal struggles and challenges. Sometimes, those ...

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August 22, 2025

It’s Official: Collegewise and the ACT Are a Perfect Match in College Admissions Support

Collegewise is thrilled to share that our ongoing relationship with the ACT has now become ...

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August 22, 2025

Limited AP Classes at School? Academic Advice You Need to Know

No two high schools are alike, and some students attend schools that have limited or no AP ...

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