Salah Assana

173 Posts

I’m a first-generation college student and the creator of The College Grind, dedicated to helping peers navigate higher education with practical advice and honest encouragement.

Admission High School

Pay-to-play summer programs explained. Do they actually help you get into college?

What these costly pre‑college experiences actually offer, whether they meaningfully impact admissions, and how to evaluate them against stronger, more affordable alternatives.

Salah Assana

21 Dec 2024

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College application deadlines explained

Understand every major deadline type, how each one works, and how choosing the right plan can strengthen their admissions, financial aid, and scholarship outcomes.

Salah Assana

14 Dec 2024

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The ideal college admissions timeline

Plan each year of high school with clear, actionable steps that make applications stronger and the process less stressful.

Salah Assana

7 Dec 2024

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When should you start preparing for college admissions?

The best time to start preparing for college admissions is whenever college becomes one of your goals.

Salah Assana

30 Nov 2024

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College admissions for veterans

How veterans navigate college admissions, from maximizing GI Bill benefits to translating military experience, securing transfer credit, and choosing veteran‑friendly campuses.

Salah Assana

23 Nov 2024

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College admissions for community college transfer students

How community college transfer students navigate admissions, from building a strong college GPA to using articulation agreements and guaranteed pathways

Salah Assana

16 Nov 2024