College List8 min read
How to Build a College List
A step-by-step walkthrough for building a balanced list of reach, target, and safety schools, with the right number of colleges for your profile.
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GPA and Fit6 min read
Colleges You Can Get Into With a 3.5 GPA
A 3.5 GPA opens real doors. Here is what that number actually means in the admissions process and how to find schools where you are a strong candidate.
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ED Strategy7 min read
Early Decision vs Regular Decision: What You Need to Know
ED can more than double your admission odds at some schools. It can also lock you into a financial aid package you cannot compare. Here is how to think through the decision.
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College List5 min read
How Many Colleges Should You Apply To?
Too few and you take on real risk. Too many and you burn out before writing a single good essay. Here is how to find the right number for your specific situation.
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For First-Gen Students5 min read
Free College Counselor: What SpearMatch Does (and What It Does Not)
Private college counselors charge $150 to $300 an hour. Most students cannot access that. Here is an honest look at what a free tool can and cannot replace.
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