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Big Day for College Admissions

Monday, December 15th, 2008

Today’s the big day for those of you who have applied early. Many Early Decision and Early Admission applicants are hearing back from their schools today or in a few weeks. Just wanted to wish all of you the best of luck. May all your letters be acceptance letters. And may your reactions all be as awesome in slo-mo as this:

 

 

Release Your Inner Winner

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

Small Buddha

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Good day, good luck and go WIN THAT DOUGH!!

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Coming Up on the College Admissions Blog . . .

Monday, October 20th, 2008

Five Ways to Piss Off Your Friends When Applying to College

If You Hate the SAT, Apply to These Schools

Five Ways to Ace the SAT or ACT Without a Tutor

DNA vs. SAT—What REALLY Gives You the Edge for College?

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