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We recently talked about the topic of taking college classes to help with college admissions. Today we will discuss another great opportunity that is available to you at your local university.

Please understand that I am not talking about your local community college. I am specifically talking about a fully accredited, four-year university.

If you are concentrating on science, academics, or math, this opportunity will really apply to you. It is also helpful to any student who wants to get experience and be able to present a college application that is well-rounded and balanced.

University professors are always doing research projects. They use post-doctoral students, undergraduates, and graduate students to help them. They are always on the lookout for free help!

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Contact the professors at your local university. Naturally, if you are already taking some classes, you have your foot in the door. Even if this is not the case, you can always send a few e mails to inquire about volunteering your time and skills. If your parents know people at the college, perhaps they can help you.

You may be able to get high school credit in exchange for your work, but even if you just do it on a voluntary basis, it will be beneficial to you in a number of ways.

This kind of work just looks great on your college applications. This is especially true if you do a research project that results in a presentation or a paper. You can enter this kind of project in Science Fairs, and it looks very substantial on your Harvard application.

Believe me when I say that college admissions offices really like to see this level of commitment and hard work.

This kind of project will help you to get a better understanding of your own interests. It is also very advantageous when you apply for an Ivy League school. Be sure to put your best foot forward and talk with some professors now. Ask your parents and your current teachers to help you get started on this opportunity.

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