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Of course, you know that taking classes at your local college will help you when it comes time to apply for college. Did you know that there is another great opportunity to be had at your local university?

Your local four-year university (as opposed to a community college) can provide you with an excellent boost to your college applications.

I am particularly addressing students who are focused on science, math, and academics; however, all students should work towards being well-rounded to achieve success with college admissions.

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. It will be easier to do that if you are already enrolled in some classes there. However, it is also possible to simply e mail them. If your parents have contacts at the school, you can ask them to help you make connections.

You could offer to do a research project in exchange for high school credit or even for free.

This sort of project really looks good on your applications to colleges. If your research leads to a paper or presentation, this is even more true. This kind of project can be entered in a Science Fair, and of course, it is a tremendous plus on your application to Harvard.

It impresses college admissions offices tremendously to see this kind of hard work and commitment documented on your application.

Additionally, doing this sort of project will help you to define your own interests. When you apply to an Ivy League school, this kind of accomplishment will really help you. Don’t hesitate. Get started making connections with some professors right away. Ask your parents and your teachers to help you make connections so you can get the most from this opportunity.

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