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This brings to mind some of the FAQ threads that CC participants have built right here on CC. These are good links to know.

Links to the Common Data Sets Posted by Colleges

List of Colleges with Early Action, Early Decision, and Rolling Admissions

How to Impress Adcoms with your Extracurriculars

OFFICIAL Common Application Questions Thread

asking for recommendations

Financial Aid Resources

Preparing for Finaid Applications

Skills Needed in College?

Xiggi's SAT prep advice

Abbreviation Thread

Summer Programs That Look Good on College Applications

New Way To Search CC

I've posted a few FAQ threads myself over the years, but these were all posted by other participants.