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Identify Your Best-Fit University
Understanding which colleges are need-blind or need-aware is key to planning admissions. Our list helps families see where financial aid is prioritized, giving students a clearer path to fair opportunities and smarter college choices.

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Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Colleges
Explore the full 2025 list of U.S. colleges with need-blind and need-aware admissions policies. Find out which schools support students (local & non-local) with financial aid.

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GPA Calculation for UC System Applications
Learn how to calculate your GPA for University of California (UC) applications. Understand the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA, UC honors points, and admission GPA ranges for each UC campus. Perfect for both California and out-of-state applicants.

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University of California (UC) Rankings and Test-Optional Policy
From Berkeley to Merced: UC Rankings You Should Know 📈🏛️🌉
Explore the latest QS rankings of all 10 University of California (UC) campuses, including UC Berkeley and UCLA. Learn about the UC system’s test-optional admissions policy and how students can strengthen applications without SAT/ACT scores.