Don't worry if you didn't get accepted early decision, an admissions expert says — you could still end up at your dream college

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The early-decision period can be stressful for students.

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Waiting for your college acceptance letters can be excruciating. Here's how I survived that anxiety-inducing time.

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Students are waiting to hear back from colleges.

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The new FAFSA form for 2024 was supposed to streamline the process. It took me 13 hours to complete — and only thanks to Reddit.

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The new FAFSA troubled one parent.

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You're not imagining it — it feels damn near impossible to get into top colleges right now

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Here's how to choose the right college, according to a professor and academic advisor with 40 years of experience

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Students should be picky about applying to colleges.

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I'm a college-admissions expert. Here's how to ace the alumni interview and get accepted to the college of your dreams.

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You can ace your alumni interview.

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I'm a college-admissions expert and father. Here's how I'm ensuring my children are set up for college.

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The author and his family.

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My son is applying to 17 colleges. The stress is becoming too much for both of us.

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The author and her son.

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I'm a history professor. Here's what students need to know about choosing a major so they succeed in college.

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Choosing a major can be difficult.

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Growing up in Uruguay, I thought college was a pipe dream. But I was accepted into Harvard with no help from consultants or private tutors.

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Getting into Harvard on his own was not easy.

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