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How to Apply to College

Last updated March 1, 2021

Applying to college is a process. From start to finish there are materials to gather, tests to take, and lots of different choices to make. Organization and preparation are the key to navigating your college applications. Building a college application plan or checklist is the best way to make sure you're staying on track throughout the process. Don't know where to start on making your own plan? Take a look at the College Plan Checklist for help on how to apply to college.

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How To Choose a College
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