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7 Ways Sophomores Can Use This Year to Lock Down Their Admissions Angle

How to navigate the year that turns exploration into direction

Sep 19, 2025
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Freshman year is all about exploration. By sophomore year, it’s time to focus. This is when high-achieving students should start shaping their unique Admissions Angle — the through-line that connects academics, extracurricular activities, and passions in a way that colleges notice.

Here’s how to make the most of 10th grade:

1. Keep your grades strong (the…

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