Can Social Media Help or Hurt College Applications

The video discusses how college admissions officers often review applicants' social media profiles, with 80% of colleges engaging in this practice. This can be beneficial for applicants who strategically use social media to their advantage. By liking a college's Facebook page or following it on Twitter, applicants can positively influence admissions officers. Additionally, maintaining a personal blog can help demonstrate why an applicant is a strong candidate.

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