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Priority Date. What is it?

Posted on October 18, 2021January 9, 2025 by bailey

You may be thinking to yourself, “Tarleton has these things called priority dates that I am supposed to follow, but I don’t know what they are!” Don’t worry, we are …

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5 Tips for a Smooth Transfer from an Admission Counselor

Posted on July 15, 2021April 18, 2025 by bailey

So, you’re interested in Tarleton? I’m sure you are super excited to join us but may have a variety of questions as well. As a former transfer student to Tarleton …

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A Summer Checklist for Incoming Freshmen

Posted on July 8, 2021May 25, 2023 by bailey

There is nothing better than sweet summer time, and if you’re reading this you are probably about to go to college in the fall! How exciting! Between snow cones, lake …

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8 Facts Every High School Counselor Needs to Know About Tarleton

Posted on June 29, 2021April 18, 2025 by bailey

As a former public school teacher, I have seen just how much effort counselors put into educating their students about college. My name is Brianna McDowell and I am a …

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Senior Year Survival Guide

Posted on June 29, 2021June 28, 2023 by cfalambar

Senior year of high school is an exciting time. Graduation is right around the corner, summer vacation, and starting college. Before all the excitement can begin, there is some business …

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Junior Year Survival Guide

Posted on June 29, 2021May 11, 2023 by cfalambar

Junior year of high school is an exciting time in a student’s life and when the thought of applying and attending college begins to feel real. You will have the opportunity …

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Freshman Year Survival Guide

Posted on June 29, 2021April 25, 2023 by cfalambar

College may seem like it is a long ways away, but the time to apply for college will be here before you know it. To prepare you in the best …

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Admissions

Top 5 Transfer Myths Debunked

Posted on June 29, 2021June 27, 2023 by bailey

Did you know around 1/3 of college students transfer schools before finishing their degree? Whether you started out at a community college and are now looking to transfer to a …

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Sophomore Year Survival Guide

Posted on June 29, 2021April 25, 2023 by cfalambar

Have you started thinking about college at Tarleton State University? The truth is, that time will be here before you know it! During your sophomore year of high school, there …

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