I studied at Yale and Cambridge University. The elite colleges offered me secret societies, maids, and formal balls.

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The author attended Yale and Cambridge University.

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I'm a student at Cornell. From the teaching farm to the student-run hotel, here's what a day is like on campus.

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The author is a student at Cornell.

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

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Sports betting is taking over college campuses. Young bettors say it holds friendships together but can create dangerous habits.

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I've been a professor for a decade, and this year, I've noticed my college students are struggling more than ever

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College students are struggling this year.

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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 Harvard student. Our freshman dining hall looks amazing, but some of our meals lack seasoning and variety.

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The dining-hall food at Harvard isn't great.

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Heck no to hookups: Why college students are staying away from dating apps

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The majority of college students aren't using dating apps — with many preferring to meet potential partners in person.

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I encouraged my son to apply to only 3 colleges even though his friends were applying to 12 to 15. He still got into his dream school.

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The author and her son.

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