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Expert College Admissions Consulting in Charlotte, NC: Your Guide to Successful College Planning and Financial Aid

Ryan Clark

Published on: 01/22/2026

Expert College Admissions Consulting in Charlotte, NC: Your Guide to Successful College Planning and Financial Aid.

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Avoid Senioritis

Ryan Clark

Published on: 04/14/2024

This ailment happens to seniors every year. Mid-term grades have been sent to colleges and acceptances have been received. During the last quarter of high school, apathy can set in. Seniors need to remember that their acceptance is contingent on their continued successful performance.

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The Importance of Likely Colleges

Ryan Clark

Published on: 10/04/2021

It would be best if you spent as much time researching the schools that are likely to admit you as you do on the schools that are likely to deny you.

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Do Early Birds Really Have an Edge in Admissions?

Ryan Clark

Published on: 11/10/2018

Do early birds really have an edge in admissions? What is the difference between the three early application types, and why you should consider applying early?

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How Do You Measure Your Chances for Admission?

Ryan Clark

Published on: 11/12/2017

How competitive for admissions will you be at a given school? Here are the factors that are more measurable in the college application process than others.

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