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Virgo Moon Sign: What Does It Mean?

If you’ve learned that your moon sign is in Virgo, then you’re probably wondering what that might mean for your personality. People born under the Virgo moon are known to be service-oriented and refined--and understanding how the Virgo moon sign affects your life can help you determine how to make the most of these gifts!  

We’ll teach you everything you need to know about having your moon in Virgo, including: 

  • What moon signs are, and how they work with sun signs
  • The 6 most important traits of the Virgo moon sign
  • Each of the 12 sun signs paired with the Virgo moon sign

So, read on for key Virgo moon personality traits, and how your sun sign works together with your Virgo moon!

 

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Libra Moon Sign: What It Means for You

As you further explore astrology, you'll come across moon signs. What are moon signs, and how do they influence the person you are? And, if you're a Libra Moon, what does that say about you? Sun signs get most of the attention, but moon signs can help you learn more about the hidden, private sides of your personality. 

Read this guide to learn all about what moon signs are in astrology and how you can find your own moon sign. We'll then focus specifically on Libra moons and explain how your moon sign affects everything from how you feel about yourself to what you're most afraid of. We end with an overview of the personality traits of a Libra moon with each of the 12 sun astrology signs.

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Aquarius Moon Sign: What Does It Mean?

When it comes to Astrology, there’s a lot more to your personality than just your star sign (aka, the sign of the Zodiac you were born under). You can also learn about your moon sign to discover a whole lot more about yourself!

Each sign of the Zodiac also functions as a moon sign, and Aquarius is no exception. If you were born when the moon was in Aquarius, you may find that some of the core Aquarius traits are expressed in the more emotional and internal parts of your personality

To help you understand how the Aquarius moon sign affects your personality, we’re going to cover the following in this article: 

  • What moon signs are and what they reveal about your personality
  • The top five characteristics of the Aquarius moon sign
  • A brief description of the personality traits of each star sign when paired with the Aquarius moon sign

Let’s begin!

 

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The 4 Trends in 2021 College Admissions You Need to Know

A lot has changed in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and college admissions are no exception. If you feel uncertain about what to expect from college admissions this year, you’re not alone. 

This article will help clear up the confusion! We’ve brought together the latest college admissions news in one easy place to bring you up to speed on the most important changes to college admissions 2021. In this article, we’re going to cover two main things: 

  • The top four trends in college admissions 2021
  • The three main things you need to be prepared for in the college admissions process as the COVID-19 pandemic slows down

Now, let’s get started!

 

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Why Take the ACT? 5 Important Reasons

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Standardized testing isn't most people's idea of fun—quite the opposite actually. Why take the ACT, then? And is it a better choice than the SAT? You may have heard that many colleges have become test optional (either temporarily or permanently) because of the coronavirus pandemic and are wondering if it's still worth it to take the ACT. Read this article to help you decide if taking the ACT is the right choice for you.

Standardized test scores are an important part of college admissions, but they also have value beyond that: taking the ACT can earn you tens of thousands of dollars in financial aid or help you get a job! Below are the five key reasons why to take the ACT.

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Pisces Moon Sign: What Does It Mean?

If you’ve discovered that your moon sign is in Pisces, then you’re probably wondering what that might mean for your personality. People born under the Pisces moon are known to be creative dreamers at heart--and understanding how the Pisces moon sign affects your life can help you make those dreams come true!  

In this article we’ll cover:

  • What moon signs are, and what you’ll need to calculate yours
  • The six most important traits of the Pisces moon sign
  • Each of the 12 sun/moon sign pairings

So, read on for key Pisces moon personality traits, and how your sun sign works together with your Pisces moon!

 

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The Most LGBTQ+ Friendly Colleges in The Country

 

In general, colleges are consistently becoming more LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning) friendly. Young people are more accepting of different sexual orientations and gender identities, and those attitudes are reflected at a growing number of U.S. colleges.

However, there are still many college campuses that have reputations for not being inclusive or safe for members of the LGBTQ+ community. If it's important to you to be at a school with a vibrant LGBTQ+ community, you should consider looking at specifically LGBTQ-friendly schools.

In this article, we'll do the following:

  • Define an LGBTQ-friendly (or LGBTQ-accepting) school
  • Explain why you should consider an LGBTQ-friendly college
  • Provide lists of LGBTQ-friendly colleges and universities
  • Give advice for how to use those lists and do effective research to determine if a school is LGBTQ-friendly
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How to Apply for College: Complete Expert Guide

Applying for college is a complex process with a lot of moving parts. However, the process doesn't need to be confusing! While technically your application is made up of a few required materials, it's actually shaped by what you do and accomplish throughout all four years of high school.

By learning about each step and starting early, you can navigate your applications like a pro. This comprehensive guide will go over the ABC's of how to apply to college, from each requirement to what you can be doing as early as freshman year to start planning. We'll go over:

  • Getting an early start on the application process
  • Making the most out of your high school career, including choosing extracurriculars and doing well on standardized tests 
  • Putting together your college list
  • Gathering materials and writing your college applications 
  • Actually applying for college and keeping track of application deadlines

That's a lot of ground to cover, so let's get started! 

 

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Scorpio Moon Sign: What Does It Mean?

If you’ve learned that your moon sign is in Scorpio, then you’re probably wondering what that might mean for your personality. People born under the Scorpio moon are known to be emotionally intense and almost terrifyingly astute--and understanding how the Scorpio moon sign affects your life can help you determine how to make the most of your strengths and overcome your weaknesses!  

We’ll help you get a handle on what being a Scorpio moon sign means, including explaining: 

  • What moon signs are, and how they work with Sun signs
  • The five most important traits of the Scorpio moon sign
  • Each of the 12 sun signs paired with the Scorpio moon sign

So, read on for key Scorpio moon personality traits and how your sun sign works together with your Scorpio moon!

 

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Why Take the SAT? 5 Important Reasons

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Taking the SAT can be both stressful and boring, and sitting in a testing center is no one's idea of a fun Saturday morning. Why take the SAT, then? You may have heard that more and more colleges are becoming test optional, so is it still worth it to take the SAT? In this article, we'll talk about all the reasons to take the SAT, including why it might be a better test for you than the ACT.

Standardized test scores are an important part of college admissions, but they also have value beyond that: taking the SAT can earn you tens of thousands of dollars in financial aid or help you get a job! Below are the five key reasons why to take the SAT.

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Is the ACT Required for College?

If you're planning on going to college, is the ACT required? The rise of different university testing policies has made the question more complicated to answer in recent years. Read this article to learn if the ACT is required for college, what different college testing policies mean, and why your ACT scores--even for colleges that don't require them--can still be the factor that gets you accepted.

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How to Pay for College Without Parents' Help

Paying for school is daunting enough when you have the financial support of your family. But for students whose parents can't or won't contribute to expenses, figuring out how to pay for college on your own becomes a whole different challenge.

In this guide, I'll lay out everything you need to consider about how to pay for college without parents and all the steps you need to take.

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Is the SAT Required for College? Your FAQs Answered

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Taking the SAT can be a super intimidating process. The test is known for being tough and tricky, so it’s not surprising that many students ask themselves, “Is the SAT required for college admission?” And you’re not alone: up to 40 percent of all students experience some form of test anxiety

If you’re worried about the SAT and wondering, “Are SAT scores required for admission to every college,” then this article is here to help. We’ll go over: 

  • Are SATs required for college
  • General information about whether the SAT is required for college admission 
  • The history of the SAT...and why some universities are dropping it
  • Four different types of SAT testing policies 
  • Four reasons to take the SAT no matter what 

Keep reading to see whether you need to take the SAT!

 

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Do SAT and ACT Scores Matter? Here's What You Should Know

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Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many institutions have gone to a test-optional admissions model, where students won’t be penalized for not submitting test scores as part of their application. And over recent years, some universities have adopted a permanent test optional policy. 

So if many colleges aren’t requiring test scores…do SAT scores matter? Do ACT scores matter? And should you take a standardized test at all? 

The good news is that this article will help you understand the general importance of SAT/ACT scores and whether you should take the SAT or ACT. We’ll go over:  

  • What test-flexible, test-optional, and test blind admissions policies are
  • Why schools care about standardized tests...and why they can be controversial
  • Four tips to decide whether you should take the SAT and ACT

There’s a lot to cover, so let’s get started!

 

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Do You Have to Take the ACT?

For many high school students, taking standardized tests has been one of the key requirements of applying to colleges. However, with the rise of test-optional schools and other ways of evaluating college applicants, do you have to take the ACT?

This guide will answer that question by explaining circumstances when the ACT is required, why fewer students need to take the ACT these days, and how you can decide what to do. By the end of this guide, you'll be able to know for sure whether or not you should take the ACT.

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