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Apply Smarter (Not Harder) With the SAO

December 1, 2021

The private school application process is complex, but with the Standard Application Online (SAO), you can save time by submitting a single set of application materials (family information, student essay, recommendations, transcripts, etc.) to over 400 schools. In the recorded presentation below, we take a close look at how you can apply smarter by reviewing SAO tips and tricks to streamline the process.

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