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What is the Coalition?

We’re 150+ top colleges and universities committed to improving access to higher education.

Each of our member schools works to make college affordable and ensures students graduate on time. Most graduate students with no or low debt.

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In students’ words

  • “The Coalition helped me understand when to start thinking about applying for college, who to ask for help, and when to start planning.”

  • “Finding out there were services out there that believed in me, that wanted to build me up and help me get through – it’s life changing.”

  • “As the first in my family to apply to colleges in the United States, I was constantly on the hunt for resources to help me navigate the process, and Coalition turned out to be the most helpful resource for me.”

  • “The Coalition helped me feel confident about the application process and what to expect.”

  • “I didn't feel so lost in the college process.”

  • “Applying to colleges is very overwhelming and confusing, but the Coalition made the process less stressful and easy to understand.”

 

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FAFSA 101: Where to Start & Where to Finish
FAFSA 101: Where to Start & Where to Finish

FAFSA 101: Por Dónde Empezar y Cómo Terminar

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Ready to Submit: Final Steps for a Strong College Application
Ready to Submit: Final Steps for a Strong College Application

Listo para Enviar: Últimos Pasos para una Solicitud Universitaria Sólida


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Standout Supplemental Essays
Standout Supplemental Essays

Ensayos Suplementarios Sobresalientes

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Ask an Admissions Officer: How Decisions Really Get Made
Ask an Admissions Officer: How Decisions Really Get Made

Pregúntele a un Oficial de Admisiones: Cómo se Toman las Decisiones Realmente

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