What Does a College Admissions Counselor Do?

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Between juggling coursework, AP® classes, and extracurriculars, high school can be overwhelming for many students. Add standardized test prep, application deadlines, and the constantly changing college landscape into the mix, and you have a…
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Summer Checklist for High School Students

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Summer break is the time to rest and recharge between school years. It’s important to enjoy summer activities, sun, friends, and family, but it’s also a great opportunity to prepare for the school year ahead. We’ve created a summer checklist…

College Lists Made Simple: Factors Every Student Should Consider

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Deciding which colleges to apply to is one of the most important—and overwhelming—steps in the admissions process. It is the culmination of all your child’s hard work and a testament to the person they’ve become in the process. But with…

What Makes a Strong College Application?

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Holistic reviews have become a common practice for colleges and universities across the US. As such, a strong college application contains a mix of strong academics and extracurriculars that add depth to your child’s overall profile. Even…
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When Should You Start Researching Colleges?

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Picking the right college is one of the most important decisions a high school student can make, but when should they start researching? Although most students typically don’t start until junior year, they should start earlier than that. In…
There are plenty of reasons to take the ACT in September, and C2 can help you prep for it!

Are Standardized Tests Still Required for College Admissions in 2025?

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After test-optional policies became the new norm in 2020, ACT® and SAT® requirements for college admissions have been a huge focus for high school students. Fast-forward five years, and the testing policies are once again changing. Some schools…
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Understanding SAT Scores: 15 Frequently Asked Questions

Students planning for college often realize that the process is both exciting and stressful. Those who aspire to go to the best universities face an extremely competitive process. Often, the admissions process will involve taking the SAT, a…
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College Admissions: What to Do & When

A lot of students think of “college admissions” as “applying to college,” but the college admissions process starts long before you start filling out applications. We’ve broken down some of the biggest college admissions milestones…

15 Top Summer Programs Still Accepting Applications in 2025

Although summer break seems pretty far off, students who plan to use their summers wisely need to start planning for the best summer programs for high school students now. Moreover, summer offers a lot of unique opportunities for college-bound…