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Applying to College? 12 Facebook Photos You Should Delete Now

By , About.com Guide

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My Stupid Family
Facebook image of questionable photo albums

Facebook image of questionable photo albums

Drawing by Laura Reyome
Remember that the people investigating your online image will not understand your inside jokes or ironic tone, nor will they know the context of your photos. Photo albums titled "I Hate Babies," "My School is Full of Losers," or "My Brother is a Moron" can easily strike the wrong chord with a stranger who stumbles across them. The admissions folks would rather see a student who reveals a generosity of spirit, not a cutting and dismissive personality.

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