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If you got into a school Early Decision, but now are having doubts, what can you do? The rules of ED are confusing because while the decision is not legally binding, you are bound by an honor code to attend.…

If you have been rejected from your ED or EA choice, now is the time to start considering your options. The window for Early Decision II is fast closing and can be your last chance to get admitted before spring.…

Are you a high school student trying to understand what exactly a BS MD program is? If you are considering a career in medicine and are committed to becoming a doctor, then you might want to explore a BS/MD or…

Regardless of your financial level, if you are planning on going to college, you should be filling the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). FAFSA opened their application on October 1st, and if you haven’t done it yet, make…

The traditional narrative for most high school students has been narrowly focused on a path straight into college almost immediately after graduation. Though many students are still following that path, others are choosing a less traditional route. Many schools, including…

Moon Prep founder Kristen Moon discusses with U.S. News how most undergraduate programs attempt to enroll an equal number of males and females. Kristen Moon has been quoted: "I have seen that gender does come into play in college admissions,"…

New York University (NYU) recently rocked the medical world by announcing it will be the first big school to offer free tuition to all of the current and future medical students. Since the average cost per year is just under…

If you plan on attending university, regardless of what your financial level is, you should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). On October 1st, FAFSA opened their application, and it should be your number one priority…

The personal statement can be the hardest part of the application for many students applying to university this year. Creating a memorable and personal statement is not always easy. Kristen Moon, founder of Moon Prep, shows you a real-life example…

If you’ve read about tactics for improving your college applications, you may have heard the phrase “demonstrated interest.” What “demonstrated interest” means is your level of engagement and sincerity when researching and interacting with a school you may apply to.…