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On the Sixth Day of Christmas

…Whitehead Learning Group gave to me a new way to study! Read on to learn more about how learning about a college of your choice shows that you’ve done your homework.

Especially if you are selected for an interview, you’ll want to spend some time on the school’s website, social media platforms, and alumni network outreaches to learn the nuances of a campus environment. Even if you are unable to participate in a personal interview, try to learn more about the school’s culture, class profile, and learning objectives before you write your supplemental essays.

Narrow your research on why the school is a good match for you and your interests. You should have done a good amount of research before you decided to apply, so hopefully, this shouldn’t take much time. Your research should be mostly review and focusing on specifics about how the school fits your needs.