Gratitude and the Brain: How Giving Thanks Improves Your Mental Health
Thanksgiving is a holiday where giving thanks is built right into the name. This time of year is all about gratitude for what we have and for what other people do for us. It’s about acknowledging that so much of what we have is only ours because of the support of many other people along
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Write a Powerful College Essay: 15-Step Guide + Examples
In recent years, the college application essay has become an increasingly important piece of a student’s college application. A powerful essay can help students stand out in a growing sea of applicants. With test optional admissions policies still in play at many universities across the U.S., admissions officers may rely more and more on other
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How to Study for the SAT® Test: A 12-Step Guide
You’ve probably heard a lot about the SAT® test in the last few years. One test, graded out of 1600 points, that determines what college you’ll get into. One test that could determine the direction of the rest of your life. Sounds intimidating, right? But it doesn’t have to be. Although the college application process
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College Application Process: 10-Step Guide for Families
The moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here: you’re applying to college. Now you may be wondering what the next steps are in the college application process. There are many factors to consider: Where do you want to go? What do you want to study? Are your grades good enough to get into a
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Filling Out the FAFSA®: A Guide for Students & Parents
It’s no mystery that some families struggle to afford the cost of a college education. For this reason, the U.S. government and many colleges provide financial aid and need-based scholarships to students who demonstrate financial need. Each year, the FAFSA® allows families to apply and see if they qualify for scholarships, grants, and special low-interest
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How to Study for the PSAT Test
The PSAT test may not be used for college admissions, but that doesn’t mean it’s not an important part of the college prep process. A good study plan for the PSAT test can help you earn scholarships and prepare you for the SAT® test. In this guide, we’ll go over why you should take the
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Back to School 2022: Tips for Students
It’s that time of year again—time to start off another school year! While a new outfit or set of school supplies can definitely help get you off to a good start, so can a fresh perspective. That’s why our team came up with these 15 back to school tips to help you make this your
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Bailey, Harvard University Class of 2023
Bailey is a former KD student who now attends Harvard University. She is a member of our Perfect Score Hall of Fame, earning a perfect 36 on the ACT® test back in high school. She studies economics and hopes to pursue a career in investment banking after graduation. When Bailey’s not hitting the books, she
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Do AP® Classes Matter to Colleges?
While in high school, you make a lot of decisions that impact your future college career. It’s no different when it comes to AP® classes. You have to decide whether to take advanced courses offered by your school and then whether to sit for AP exams. You may have wondered, “Should I take AP classes?”
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What Do Colleges Look for Besides Grades?
We all know that colleges care about your GPA and how you perform in your classes. After all, higher education is focused on academic performance. However, it’s important to know that colleges want students who go beyond simply making good grades. At this point, you might be asking, “What do colleges look for besides grades?”
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