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10 Ways to Improve Your Chances

By , About.com GuideJanuary 16, 2012

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A winning college application is about more than strong grades or high test scores. To get admitted to the country's most selective colleges, applicants will need to put together an application that shines in all areas. Click on the tips below to learn about some of the features of a strong application.

  1. Take challenging classes
  2. Write a winning essay
  3. Avoid these essay topics
  4. Get strong letters of recommendation
  5. Avoid these 6 application blunders
  6. Participate in meaningful extracurricular activities
  7. Master these college interview questions
  8. Avoid these college interview mistakes
  9. Delete these 12 Facebook photos now
  10. Demonstrate your interest

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January 19, 2012 at 12:24 pm
(1) Susie Watts, Denver, Colorado says:

Great advice. As a private college counselor, this is the kind of information that every high school student should have. I plan to post it on my website. Thanks.

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