Spark Admissions

MAY 10, 2023

Indeed, in its origins, it was most closely linked to employment, rather than education. What we now think of as “affirmative action” for demographic minorities, particularly racial minorities, emerged most clearly through President Lyndon Johnson’s Great Society programs in the 1960s. Regents of the University of California v.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 23, 2024

Several colleges have eliminated liberal arts and humanities programs in response to budget cuts and student preferences. A national grant program aims to reposition the liberal arts and humanities as central to the general education curriculum. The number of majors in the liberal arts has declined over the past half-century.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Hawkins Centers of Excellence Program aims to bridge that divide. The Department of Education (ED) announced Wednesday that colleges and universities across the U.S. Hawkins Centers of Excellence Program. This injection of funds comes at a crucial time for K-12 education. The Augustus F.

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Admissions Village

JULY 22, 2024

The demographic cliff refers to how the number of traditional college-aged students will peak in 2025 and then decline dramatically for several years, the result primarily of declining birth rates following the 2008 recession. So how have highly selective colleges been creating a bigger slice of the pie? Some examples below.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 27, 2023

Now consider birthrates during the Great Recession, which began in 2008. The number of kids born between 2008 and 2011 plummeted dramatically. Unfortunately for higher education, this situation isn't an aberration. Google itself offers six-month certificate programs leading to in-demand jobs. So do IBM and Meta.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) stand at the vanguard of providing Black and African American students with a rigorous education among a community of their peers. HBCUs continue to produce many educated members of the Black middle class and a large percentage of professionals in various career fields.

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Berkeley² Academy

JANUARY 31, 2024

With a rich history dating back to its founding in 1912, this private university has grown into a powerhouse of higher education, consistently ranked among the top universities in the United States. From 1997 through 2008, the ,, Rice Owls won 12 consecutive championship titles in their division.

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BestColleges

MAY 23, 2024

How to Combat Grade Inflation: Next Steps References Average College GPA Over Time According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the average college GPA was 3.15 3.29 +18% Education 2.99 In her own program, Dr. Haun has dedicated the past several years to standardizing [the] grading rubrics. 3.12 +7% Economics 2.78

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EAB

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

And with the threat of another recession looming, EAB has received requests for guidance on higher-education philanthropy amidst uncertain times. Indeed, during the 2008-2009 recession, giving fell along with the economy, and it took three years for philanthropy to start growing again.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 22, 2023

The contest was founded in 2008 by Ho Son, a mathematician, and educator who wanted to create a math competition that would inspire and motivate students to excel in math and develop problem-solving skills that would benefit them in all areas of life. To address this need, Ho Son founded the Noetic Learning Math Contest in 2008.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 13, 2023

Still, the economic value of a journalism degree is moderate, ranking 14th out of 34 major programs. Employment in journalism is projected to decrease 3% by 2031, according to a new report from the Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce. Since 2008, newsroom journalism employment in the U.S.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 31, 2024

percent early acceptance rate, the lowest in history since adopting its current non-binding early admissions model for the Class of 2008. QuestBridge Impact: The QuestBridge program played a significant role in admissions at several universities, with a notable number of students accepted through this initiative.

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EAB

JANUARY 26, 2023

Knowing that dual enrollment is a key component to continuing stabilization efforts, two-year colleges need to double down on both strong high school partnerships and efforts that help retain dual-enrolled students into programs leading to a degree. Thus, community colleges need to invest in basic needs to stabilize enrollment.

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College Essay Guy

OCTOBER 18, 2024

You might consider taking a MOOC if you’re: Curious about a topic before committing to a full degree program. Hoping to access high-quality education without the cost of traditional college. Udacity —Focuses on tech and vocational courses, offering "Nanodegree" programs. Looking to learn a new skill or subject. Accessibility.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 18, 2024

With campuses in Evanston, Chicago, and Qatar, there is a global bend to the educational environment that is undeniable by design. Since 2008, the Qatar campus has represented another side to the Northwestern experience, with undergraduate majors in communication and journalism in global setting.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 18, 2024

Similarly, in Michigan, after the adoption of Proposition 2 in 2005, Michigan Law School saw its enrollment of those minority student populations decline from 17% to 9% by 2008. "It Yet these isolated cases may not prove predictive across higher education. Today's decision by the U.S. Ehrenfeld, in a statement.

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BestColleges

JUNE 9, 2023

Schools that recognize and uplift Afro-Latino/a history can improve campus diversity , broaden staff, student, and faculty perspectives, and enrich the educational experience for everyone. occurred in Boston in May 1998, when a TV program called “Tele Kreyol” featured a series on Haitian history, culture, and traditions.

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BestColleges

JULY 7, 2023

Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights by Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR), alleges the practice violates Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The plaintiffs argued that legacy preferences, along with early admission programs, "operate to the disadvantage of minority applicants." The complaint, filed with the U.S.

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Humbach Education Consulting

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Started in the Fall of 2014, this program has nearly doubled every year. Recent numbers indicate upwards of 1200 DPS students are registered to participate in this historic program. DPS sets high expectations in a challenging environment, so students are motivated to achieve more as they progress in their education.

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Humbach Education Consulting

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Started in the fall of 2014, this program has nearly doubled every year. Recent numbers indicate upwards of 1700 DPS students are registered to participate in this historic program. Applying to college can be a daunting task and the goal is to have as many seniors finish their application as is humanly possible.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 19, 2023

It’s also an incredibly academic school–several studies from 2008 found that undergraduates from Wesleyan were 2nd in the country for pursuing PhDs among all liberal arts schools. If you play a niche sport like squash and want to get a top-notch education, you might be interested in what getting recruited to Wesleyan might look like.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 30, 2023

By participating in the Conrad Challenge, students not only have the chance to make a real difference in addressing global issues but also to develop essential skills and forge connections that will shape their future education and careers. What is the Conrad Challenge? So, what is the Conrad Challenge?

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THE SOUTHERN SCOPE – COLLEGE ADMISSIONS BLOG

DECEMBER 15, 2023

A: I was working a corporate job for about five years after college, then the recession in 2008 happened, and my entire department was laid off. Q: Given unlimited time and funding, what one initiative, program, or service would you implement today for your students? Q: How did you get started in admissions?

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BestColleges

AUGUST 11, 2023

MIT xPRO Program Cost: $6,854 Learning Format: Online Time Commitment: Part Time Briefcase Career Services Affiliated with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT xPRO offers a professional certificate in data science and analytics in collaboration with Emeritus. The 24-week online program requires 15-20 hours of work per week.

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EAB

APRIL 14, 2023

Even more impressively, there has been a 4% improvement in completion rates when compared to the fall 2008 cohort. This indicates that community colleges are still seeing significant retention problems for students who are earlier in their programs. rate for students starting in fall 2009, compared to 52.4%

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BestColleges

MAY 30, 2023

A master of business administration (MBA) degree program prepares students for leadership and managerial positions. On top of a traditional business-oriented curriculum, many programs allow students to specialize in emerging and fast-growing fields, such as sustainability and AI. undergraduate GPA.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JUNE 29, 2023

Unfortunately, California med school admissions are also incredibly difficult due to schools’ competitive stats, the large state population, and the massive number of applications each program receives. IS) UC Riverside School of Medicine * 8 (96) Riverside MD 2008 $42,660 IS $53,652 OOS 3.68 California Medical Schools U.S.

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Humbach Education Consulting

MARCH 13, 2020

As an Independent Educational Consultant, I sometimes feel conflicted as to post-secondary choices for high school graduates. The vast majority of European undergraduate, bachelor’s degree programs are achieved in three years, often with an option for a masters in four. No, gen ed courses, just straight into their field of study.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Featured Online Programs 5 Tips for Getting Into Stanford University What's more important, your GPA or your essays? Back in 2008, Stanford received fewer applications. That offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes. Want to know how to get into Stanford? Our tips from admitted students and admissions experts can help you stand out.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

MAY 8, 2023

Learn the UCSF acceptance rate, admissions requirements, and strategies, plus UCSF secondary essay examples LEARN HOW TO GET INTO UCSF MEDICAL SCHOOL Part 1: Introduction Part 2: UCSF Medical School MD programs Part 3: How hard is it to get into UCSF Medical School?

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 14, 2023

Money, public perception, education, accessibility, and practicing medicine are all wrapped up in the concerns of global health workers. It’s a noble—albeit challenging and stressful—profession that’s growing in popularity and is supported through numerous programs at some of the most prestigious medical schools. Enrolling in a B.S.

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Admissions Madness

JUNE 4, 2022

He writes, “Today’s professional-class madness…that being accepted or rejected from a ‘good’ college is the most consequential fact about one’s education. Harvard’s long-time admissions director William Fitzsimmons laments the ED arms race among elite universities: “In an ideal world, we would do away with all early programs.”

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Tex Admissions

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Coordinated Admissions Program (CAP) About a third of incoming fall transfers enroll through the Coordinated Admissions Program (CAP). Internally transferring into these programs once you’re a UT student is also challenging and would delay your graduation. There is no “typical” transfer student.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Founded in 1831 with an intentional global focus, NYU is the perfect school for students who want creativity, expression, and innovation to be at the forefront of their education. In addition to the three main campuses, NYU offers its students eleven study-away sites for international travel and educational opportunities.

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THE SOUTHERN SCOPE – COLLEGE ADMISSIONS BLOG

JUNE 13, 2023

Within Government Relations, I had the privilege to work alongside educators from primary to higher education who have refused to allow legislative changes without advocacy on behalf of the needs of our students and faculty. Thank you to those who have supported our committee and continue to believe in the work we do.

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iSchoolConnect

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

About CodeCore College CodeCore College, established in 2008 as a Coding Bootcamp in downtown Vancouver, provides intensive practical programming training tailored to industry needs. CodeCore has recognition as one of Vancouver’s leading providers of innovative programming education.

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BestColleges

MARCH 29, 2023

5] Despite how common disabilities are, society and institutions — like higher education — sometimes fail to provide adequate accommodations or truly inclusive spaces for all to participate equally. The percentage of people with disabilities earning a bachelor's degree doubled between 2008 and 2021. 24.8%) has a disability. [5]

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