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There are more colleges in Metro Atlanta's 8,376 square mile area than in any other metropolitan area in the United States. The alpha city offers an excellent variety of higher learning institutions, from small colleges and globally recognized research centers…

If you wish to enroll in a program of college-level courses, the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement (AP) programs will probably be on your list. Each program helps you enter institutions of higher learning with confidence in your abilities,…

Kristen Moon, the founder of MoonPrep.com, is quoted in the University Herald. Click here to see which universities are the most competitive in the U.S.

The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is an internationally-recognized diploma. It is authorized and issued by the non-profit Geneva-based International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), which was established in 1968 with the mission to enable students develop an international mindset and prepare them…

The numbers don't lie; more than 60,000 college and university alumni groups are active on LinkedIn, making it a valuable resource for college-bound students. Yet, most high school students I work with do not have a LinkedIn profile. Many believe…

Kristen Moon, the founder of MoonPrep.com, is featured on Safe, Smart & Social. 5 college admissions and online reputation experts were asked how college-bound teens can be proactive with their online presence. Kristen's tip is:  One of the best-kept secrets…

Well, that all depends on who you ask. There are tons of sources that rank colleges. It's a big money maker for them since many students and parents pay attention to these rankings. Yup, it's a business. I am sure…

A common question that high school students have is "What's the difference between SAT Subject Tests, International Baccalaureate (IB) exams, and Advanced Placement (AP) exams." SAT Subject Tests In this post, we'll see how each of these academic tests work,…

The SAT II is an in-depth assessment of how much subject knowledge a test-taker possesses. For this reason, they are more commonly called SAT Subject Tests, and are offered in many subject areas, including: U.S. History, World History, Mathematics, Literature,…

Deadlines are the arch enemy of every student across the country. When you are busy with classes, taking part in extracurricular activities; it is quite easy to forget about FAFSA application deadlines till you hear the whooshing sound they make…