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Making Friends at a Commuter School
I took my seat at a round table, decked out with yellow and blue balloons….
8 Benefits of Joining Greek Life
When many people hear “fraternity” or “sorority,” they think of wild parties à la “Animal…
5 Reasons to Join College Clubs
College students juggle classes, homework, and a social life, so finding time to join a…
College Food Hacks
The Dining Hall. Don’t lie, we all have a love/hate relationship with it. What’s to love:…
What Parents Should Do to Help Students Prepare for the First Year of College
As the school year begins to wind down, high school seniors – and those who…
5 Tips for College Students to Avoid Burnout
Burnout is a stress-related state of exhaustion and often leads to feelings of isolation, low…
Finding a Mentor in College
All walks of life feel strange to the newcomer. Regardless of age, status, or other…
6 Tips to Explore Your College Town
Whether you choose to attend an urban university, such as NYU or UCLA, or wish…
6 Tips on How to Make Friends in College
The art of socializing is mastered by very few people. So if you’re having some…
First Week of College: Dos and Don’ts
Arriving at college is an exciting and transformative moment in a young adult’s life. As…
6 Tips to Survive Registration Week
Registration week – the time when all the students are scrambling to register for the…
Another Party on Weekends, or Something Different?
It’s Friday at last; you’re tired and want to just shut yourself in your room…
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The Pros & Cons of Applying Early Action & Early Decision — Interview With Eric Eng, Founder and CEO of AdmissionSight
TUN sits down with Eric Eng, founder and CEO of AdmissionSight, a consultancy geared towards…
8 Most Common College Application Mistakes to Avoid
You’ve made it this far. Your high school years are coming to an end, and…
How COVID-19 Is Impacting College Admissions — Interview With Brian Taylor, Managing Director of Ivy Coach
TUN sits down with Brian Taylor, the managing director of Ivy Coach, to discuss the…
Cash Incentives and Campus Coaches Improve Free Community College Programs
Adding cash incentives and educational support systems to existing College Promise programs increases community college…
How Letters of Recommendation Help Your College Application — Interview With Kristina Dooley, President, Independent Educational Consultants Association
TUN sits down with Kristina Dooley, president of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and founder…
How to Apply for College: Step-by-Step Expert Guide
Applying for college is a monumental moment in every student’s life. While it is undoubtedly…
How to Write a College Essay — Interview With Eric Eng, Founder and CEO, AdmissionSight
TUN sits down with Eric Eng, the founder and CEO of AdmissionSight, to discuss tips…
How to Learn New Skills with Free Online Courses
Want to acquire new skills to boost your resume without having to pay hundreds of…
How Extracurricular Activities Help Your College Application — Interview With Dr. Belinda Wilkerson, Independent Educational Consultant
TUN sits down with Dr. Belinda Wilkerson, an independent educational consultant and founder and owner…
Tips for a Perfect ACT Score — Interview With Dawn Mueller, Educational Consultant with Tutor Doctor
TUN sits down with Dawn Mueller, an educational consultant with Tutor Doctor, to discuss practical…
ACT Test Dates for 2020-21
If you’re a high school junior or senior who intends to take the ACT this…
3 Tips on Picking a Major
Picking a major isn’t always easy. In fact, most people I meet in college are…