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Although deadlines may vary from college to college, it is recommended that high school students apply to college in the fall semester of their senior year. Seniors should begin the application process prior to the fall semester by selecting their top choices based on academics, personal preferences, and affordability. After narrowing your choices, it is important to take note of admission requirements for each institution you wish to apply.

Below are the top 10 factors colleges consider when admitting new students:

• College prep course grades
• Strength of courses
• SAT/ACT test scores
• All grades
• Written essays
• Demonstrated interest of student
• Recommendation from counselor
• Class rank
• Teacher recommendation
• Extracurriculars

For more information about applying to college,

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For high school seniors and their parents, applying to college can be both stressful and expensive, with application fees ranging anywhere from $35 to $85. Before you know it, the cost of even applying to college can add up and burn a hole in your wallet.

However, this week students will have the chance to apply to select schools across the Carolinas for free. From Monday, November 13th until this Friday, November 17th at 5:00 p.m.,

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