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Addressing an envelope to mail a letter isn’t really a common task anymore. (Thanks, email!) But there’s always a chance a situation might pop up where you need to know how to properly address a letter envelope. Everything from sending out wedding invitations to paying bills requires you to know how to address envelopes.

If you don’t know how to address an envelope, you’re in the right place! This article will tell you everything you need to know about addressing an envelope if you’re sending letters in the United States. In this article, we’re going to cover the following info: 

• A full explanation of how to address a letter envelope
• A detailed example of how to write address on letter envelopes (photo example included!)
• Descriptions of how to address letters in specific circumstances, including PO boxes, apartment addresses, and overseas letters to the U.S.

Are you ready to learn how to address an envelope? Then let’s get started!

Did you learn that you're a Cancer moon and want to know what that says about you? Sun signs usually get all the attention, but moon signs can help you learn about the more hidden, private sides of your personality. 

Read this guide to learn all about what moon signs mean in astrology and how you can find your own moon sign. We'll then take a look at Cancer moons specifically and explain how moon signs can affect everything from how you feel about yourself to how you spend your free time. We end with an overview of personality traits of a Cancer moon with each of the 12 sun astrology signs.

If you’re interested in Astrology, you might be aware that there’s more to your Zodiac sign than just your sun sign. Learning about your moon sign can help you uncover a whole new facet of your personality that you may not have known about before!

But what is a moon sign, anyway? Are there different moon signs, and how do they affect your personality? In this article, we’re going to answer these questions and more about the moon signs of the Zodiac by focusing on the Capricorn moon sign. 

We’ll cover the following info about the Capricorn moon sign: 

• An explanation of what moon signs are and how they shape your personality
• The top five traits of a Capricorn moon sign
• A brief overview of the Capricorn moon sign when it’s paired with each Star Sign of the Zodiac

Are you ready? Then let’s get started!

Every year, many international students receive conditional admission to colleges and universities across the U.S. But what is conditional admission exactly? And how can it benefit you?

In this article, we explain how the conditional admission process works for international students. We also give you a lengthy list of U.S. schools offering conditional acceptance as well as a few key tips on when to consider accepting or rejecting a conditional admission offer.

What is a BA degree? You've probably heard of this degree, but what does it stand for, and how does a BA degree differ from other types of college degrees you can get? In this guide, we explain the BA degree meaning, what subjects and skills BA students learn in college, popular BA degrees to get, how this degree type differs from other degrees like BS and BFA, and how you can decide if a BA degree is the best choice for you.

What is the difference between DNA and RNA? DNA and RNA are both types of nucleic acids, which are molecules that contain sets of instructions for cells to make genetic information and proteins. However, there are significant differences between the two of them. This guide will compare and contrast DNA and RNA in terms of structure, function, location, and more. After we give overviews of both DNA and RNA, there's a chart that allows you to easily see each key difference between DNA and RNA.

Did you recently discover that you're an Aries moon and want to know what that means for you? Sun signs usually get all the attention, but moon signs can help you learn about the more 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 take a look at Aries moons specifically and explain how moon signs can affect everything from how you feel about yourself to how you chill out. We end with an overview of the personality traits of an Aries moon with every sun astrology sign.

Aside from the “grid in” math questions, all you have to do for most of the SAT is answer multiple choice questions.

And then, if you've chosen to take it, there's the essay. Or, more accurately, "To finish up, there's the essay." Because the last thing you'll do on the SAT (with Essay) is read a passage and write an essay analyzing its argument, all in 50 minutes.

How can you even begin to read a passage, analyze it, and write an essay about it in 50 minutes? What SAT essay structure should you follow? Is there an SAT essay format that’ll score you a top score for sure? Read on to find out the answers to these questions!

Need to take the TOEFL for college or university? Then you might be wondering whether a TOEFL 100 is a good score. Is 100 high enough to get you admitted to your schools? Or should you aim higher?

In this article, we'll discuss whether a TOEFL 100 is a good score and how competitive it is for undergraduate and graduate students. Then, we'll explain how important TOEFL scores are for admission before giving you tips on how to raise your 100 TOEFL score to 105 and 110.

Need to take the TOEFL for school? Then you might be wondering whether a TOEFL 105 is a good score. Is 105 high enough to get you admitted to your schools? Or should you aim higher?

In this article, we'll discuss whether a 105 iBT TOEFL score is good and how competitive it is for undergraduate and graduate students. Then, we'll explain how important TOEFL scores are for admission before giving you tips on how to raise your TOEFL iBT 105 score to 110 and 115.

Applying to schools with TOEFL requirements? Then you might be wondering whether a TOEFL 79 is a good score. Is 79 high enough to get you admitted to your schools? Or should you aim higher?

In this article, we'll discuss whether a 79 iBT TOEFL score is good and how competitive it is for undergraduate and graduate students. Then, we'll explain how important TOEFL scores are for admission before giving you tips on how to raise your 79 TOEFL score to 80, 90, and even a perfect 120.

Have you taken the TOEFL or will be taking it soon and aren't sure how to send your scores to schools? It's important to understand the process of sending TOEFL score reports to make sure your scores are properly sent and received in time.

Read this guide to learn exactly how to send TOEFL scores to schools as well as all the information you need to know about costs, how long it takes for schools to receive your scores, and final tips for sending TOEFL score reports.

Thinking about getting a computer science degree? You've probably heard that there's huge demand for computer science graduates, and students who major in computer science can expect high-paying jobs right out of college. But computer science programs have very high dropout rates, often because students choose this major without really understanding what it'll be like.

The best way to avoid this is to know what to expect going into a computer science program, and we're here to help! By reading this guide you'll learn:

• What is a computer science degree?
• What do computer science majors learn?
• Is computer science the right major for you?
• What are the best schools for computer science?
• What can you do with a computer science degree?

Information technology majors are needed in almost every industry to run, troubleshoot, and maintain technology. For many people, an  IT degree can translate into  a stable career, respectable salary, and stimulating work. 

But what is an IT degree exactly, and what does it take to be a successful IT major?

We’re here to answer these questions and more about getting an IT degree. By the end of this article, you’ll have a full understanding of what an IT degree entails and what to expect as an IT major at a four-year college or university. We’ll also cover the following about IT degrees: 

• What Information Technology (IT) is as a career field
• What an IT degree is
• How to decide if an IT degree is right for you (with a five question quiz!)
• Overview of the top seven IT degrees in the U.S. 

Let’s dive in!

What's a good TOEFL score for Harvard? Is there a TOEFL Harvard minimum you must meet in order to qualify for admission as an undergraduate or graduate student? Who has to take the TOEFL?

In this guide, we go over the Harvard TOEFL requirement for each major department and look at how this minimum score varies depending on the program you're applying to. We then give you expert tips on what to do if you're struggling to meet the Harvard TOEFL score threshold.