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Do AP® Classes Even Matter?
Most colleges don’t require AP® courses or test scores. So, in that sense, AP® classes don’t matter for many students. But AP® courses do provide other benefits. So in five other ways, AP® classes matter a lot. Here are five ways that AP® classes can give you an edge in college admissions process. 1. GPA
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6 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
April 22—Earth Day—falls on a Monday this year. Mondays are great days for starting something new or for renewing commitments to living green and clean. For high school students and their parents, it is also a chance to connect on something other than school. Get outside, get your hands dirty, and get back to basics.
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Decoding Your Financial Aid Package
You passed calculus just fine, but unless you’re planning to be an accountant, your financial aid offer probably looks confusing. The main things you want to find out are how much it all costs and which parts you’ll have to pay back. It’s not as complex as it first appears, but you need to keep
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You’ve Been Accepted to College! Now What?
Best case scenario: You’ve got several acceptance letters from colleges that you are excited to attend. You’re overjoyed and overwhelmed at the same time. Whether you have a clear path or are still making a decision, here are some steps for you to take now that you’ve been accepted to college. (Congratulations by the way!)
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5 ways small class sizes can help students focus
Of all the features to look for when choosing a school or educational program, one of the most important is a low student-teacher ratio. Small class sizes don’t guarantee positive outcomes — student success still depends on good teachers, a strong curriculum, and student engagement. But the research is clear: students in smaller classes perform
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How to Handle Any College Decision
The official envelope is in the mailbox. Your palms immediately turn clammy. You open up the letter, scanning for the word “acceptance.” Whether you find good news or bad news in the letter, you are in control of how you respond. How you respond to decisions tells colleges just as much about your maturity level
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College Counseling Programs: What Are They and Which One is Right for My Student?
Applying to college doesn’t have to be overwhelming or stressful. If you are unfamiliar with the college application process or if your student hopes to get into a very competitive school, a private college counselor could be right for you. KD College Prep offers four college counseling programs designed to meet your unique needs. Here’s
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Need targeted tutoring to reach your goals? We’ve got you covered!
Education shouldn’t be “one size fits all.” Classrooms can be wonderful learning environments, and most students complete the bulk of their education there with no issues, but in some situations, one-on-one instruction may be more beneficial. Some students learn better in a distraction-free space or with a certain kind of conceptual presentation, and a student
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5 Hidden Things to Spot on a College Visit
A college visit is like a first date. You’re each so focused on putting your best foot forward that you might not notice some of the details that make the college “real.” While your tour group is being led along a specifically designated path, you should keep an eye out for signs of what the
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10 Questions to Ask on a College Visit
The college visit is your student’s chance to try the college on for size and see how well it fits. But knowing what to ask when you’re there on site and thinking of things you should have asked later, when you’re back at home, are two different things. Use these 10 questions as starting places
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