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[quote=Anonymous]1. Get your SAT/ACT scores as high as possible because even 10 points on SAT/1 point on ACT can affect merit aid tremendously (have teens and that was literally the only difference for them for places requiring scores!)
2. Have your main essay ready before the Fall. If possible, do as much as possible including other essays over the summer as well. Fall will be busy with actual applications + school so it's good to have that out of the way to minimize stress.
3. If applying to CA public schools from out of state, you may not realize this: be aware that Cal State and U of C schools have different platforms. They are different from common app and require extra input of grades/more essays. 
3. Most important of all: Submit every application you can submit EA EA. It feels absolutely amazing to get acceptances early in the process.
4. Downside of 3: your kid might lose steam if admitted early, so you really should submit everything early even for later deadlines. Dd dropped the ball on several she was planning to do over winter break.
5. Do not stress too much: if your kid is a solid student with good grades and ECs, they will definitely get in places! Mine have gotten in everywhere so far, from a large public and not top 10% of class. [/quote]

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