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Demonstrated Interest: Why It Matters at Some Colleges and Not Others
Demonstrated interest matters at some colleges and not at all at others. Here's how to tell the difference and what to actually do about it.
Why More Northern Students Are Heading South for College
More students from the North are enrolling at Southern colleges. Here's what's driving the trend and how to think about it for your list.