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Applying for College

The process of applying to college can be nerve-wracking. Soothe that anxiety with some solid post-secondary advice for students and parents in metro Detroit, Ann Arbor and anywhere in southeast Michigan – and beyond.

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What does it take to get into the University of Detroit Mercy? See admissions guidelines and more

The University of Detroit Mercy is a private, four-year college located in Detroit, Michigan, offering more than 100 academic degree programs across undergraduate, graduate...
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What GPA do you need to get into a Michigan college?

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Your guide to Central Michigan University: Acceptance, application, finance and timelines

Central Michigan University (CMU), located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, serves as one of the state's largest educational universities. It has over 200 educational offerings...
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How to Write an Attention-Grabbing College Essay

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Applying for College Checklist for Students and Parents

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How to Get Ready for the Digital SAT

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Using AI for College Applications? What Your Kid Needs to Know

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College Application Help for High School Students

Need to know how to start applying for college? Families are getting an edge with admissions counselors, test prep services and lots of early planning.
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Insider Tips and Advice for College Bound Students

Counselors and college admissions representatives in southeast Michigan share tips for families to help in mastering the college application process.
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6 Tips for Getting Into College – from a Detroit Kid Accepted to 45

This Detroit kid has been offered more than $600,000 in college scholarships. Here's how he did it and his tips for getting into college for high schoolers.
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Should Your College-Bound Student Submit an SAT Score, Even If It’s Not Required?

Just when you thought college admissions couldn't get more confusing, you have to decide to include test scores or not. Here's what to consider.
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