From tips for filling out the application to finding help with college costs, we’ve got resources that can help. November 15, 2024 Whether you’re already working on your UC application or just getting ...

Ready to tackle the narrative sections of your UC application? Students often have a lot of questions about the best way to approach them. We’ve got answers — and they come directly from UC admissions ...

Survive the college application process by showcasing your extracurricular activities, expressing your passions in the college essay and practicing self care. Applying for college is stressful. There ...

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All over the country, students are burning the midnight oil in an anxious attempt to finalize their personal statement and fine-tune the finishing touches before the University of California ...

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Recently, I came across a story about a student who applied and gained admission to over 100 colleges last fall. While this is an impressive feat, this approach to college applications is not one I ...

Amanda Alarcon studies at her home in La Puente. The Los Angeles High senior won admission to UCLA and UC Berkeley in one of the most competitive admissions seasons ever. (Myung J. Chun / Los Angeles ...

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