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The Common Application Announces New Members and Previews 2012-2013 Application

The Common Application, a standard form for first-year and transfer applications to more than 400 institutions, recently announced new members for the 2012-2013 application year. In addition, a preview...

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Sample of Colleges Visiting the Seattle Area

To learn more about programs and life on campuses, students should consider attending events in the Seattle area hosted by colleges from around the country. Make sure to register on college admissions...

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College Still Accepting Applications

For a listing of colleges and universities still accepting applications, click here.

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The University of Washington Application Goes Live

The University of Washington application has gone live. The deadline for submitting the application for Fall 2013 applicants is December 1, 2013. If students are applying to the UW Honors Program,...

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Upcoming College Fairs

The National Association of College Admissions Counseling College Fair is coming to Seattle on November 2nd and 3rd, 2012. This is an excellent opportunity for students to speak with representatives...

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Healthiest Colleges?

Here is a fun list of the 25 Healthiest Colleges and Universities in the US.

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The New Common Application Goes Live August 1, 2013

The Common Application is going through a major upgrade and will go live on August 1, 2013 for students applying for the Fall of 2014. The Common Application is an undergraduate college admission...

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Acceptance Rates for 2013

This helpful list provides a look at the 2013 acceptance rates at a number of popular colleges and universities.

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Colleges and Universities Still Accepting Applications for Fall 2013

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) just released the 2013 Annual Survey results for College & Universities that still have openings and are accepting applications for...

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Upcoming SAT and ACT Tests

The deadlines for registering for the final SAT and ACT tests before Fall of 2013 are fast approaching. Many students who are taking AP exams in May will also benefit from taking an SAT Subject Test in...

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Tools for Evaluating the Value of College Abound

Several new tools have been introduced to help families evaluate the benefit of particular colleges and universities. The Chronicle of Higher Education recently introduced the "College Reality Check",...

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Summer Opportunities Still Available

This update just arrived from Quest University in British Columbia "We are currently taking applications for our Summer Scholars: An Inspiring Summer Experience for Secondary School Students –One week...

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Demystifying the Academic Index for Athletes in the Ivy League

This archived article provides an excellent analysis of the mysterious academic index used by coaches throughout the Ivy League

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University of Washington Application Goes Live

The University of Washington application for admission is now live. Students can submit the online application until the deadline of December 1st; however, it is best to submit the application prior to...

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Upcoming College Fairs

The NACAC Seattle National College Fair will be held at the Washington State Convention Center on November 8th and 9th; check for more details here. This is a great opportunity to learn more about...

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The University of Washington Honors Program Events in October and November

Students and their families are invited to join the University Honors Program to learn how Honors enhances the UW experience. The Honors Admissions Information Sessions are designed to give students...

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College Representatives Visit Our Area

Many representatives from colleges and universities are hosting events for students in the Seattle area. Make sure to get on the mailing lists for your list of schools by going to the college...

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Technical Issues and The Common Application

The Common Application went through a complete overhaul this year, and some technical issues are becoming apparent as students dig into their applications. Please keep in mind that it is essential to...

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Top 12 Strengths & Experiences Colleges Look for in High School Students

This ranked list is based on a nationwide survey of IECA member Independent Educational Consultants and provides valuable insight into the college admissions process. Students can read more about this...

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Trinity University Visits Seattle

The Seattle representative for Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, hosted a counselor lunch in Seattle and provided an excellent update on this small liberal arts college with 2,245...

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IECA Conference and College Tours in San Diego

The IECA Conference in San Diego included visits to both the University of San Diego (USD) and the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). These tours and updates from admissions counselors were...

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College That Change Lives Counselor Breakfast

At a recent counselor breakfast hosted by three Colleges That Change Lives (CTCL), we were given updates that highlighted the distinctive features of these three small liberal arts colleges. Eckerd...

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Financial Aid Event: January 15, 2014

College Financial Aid – The Best Kept Secret in America (CFA402) Description: This course will enable participants to understand how the college financial aid system works, so they can use this...

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Summer College Essay Sessions in Seattle

Here are some great suggestions for writing programs this summer to help students get a head start on writing college essays. These excellent programs are filling up fast. Jonathan Shapiro at Northwest...

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Employers & the Class of 2015

Do you want to know what employers are looking for in college graduates? This interesting article in Forbes summarizes the results of a survey run by The National Association of Colleges and Employers...

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