Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 5, 2024

TTA Top Tip: Several schools, including Colgate University, “invite” students to submit “optional” essays through their portals even though the application has been declared complete and submitted through the Common App. Applicants should submit responses to the optional supplemental prompts based on personal preference.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Dartmouth College Dartmouth College has announced that it will yet again require high school students to share either an SAT or ACT score as part of their application for admission. The change takes effect for students applying for Fall 2025 admission (those students who will begin their applications in Summer or Fall 2024).

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Source: 2024 Prospective Family Engagement Report But what does this mean for colleges and universities, and how can they help families look beyond the sticker shock to understand the true affordability of a degree? How can colleges step in to provide the necessary counseling and education about affordability for these applicants?

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HelloCollege

JULY 5, 2024

August 1st marks the kickoff of college application season as that is the date that the Common Application rolls over for the class of 2025 and college applications officially open. Common App Updates 2024 Let’s start with the new features on the Common Application this year. Updated Transfer Application.

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 29, 2024

A well-written supplemental essay can tip the scales in your favor, providing context to your application and making a memorable impression. 2024-2024 SUPPLEMENTAL ESSAY QUESTIONS: A SNEAK PEEK We are still seeing the effects of last year’s Supreme Court decision to overturn the legality of race-conscious admissions.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In-State Early Action decisions will be released at 4 pm EST today, so here are some details about the In-State EA applicant and admitted groups. Again, today’s decisions are only for In-State applicants (either a GA resident of a student studying in a GA High School). in comparison with the overall applicant pool.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Vanderbilt University , located outside Nashville, Tennessee, continues to soar in popularity among college applicants as both a “ New Ivy ” and “ Southern Ivy.” Rising application numbers makes it even more important to respond well to Vandy’s lone required supplemental essay. Vanderbilt admitted a record-low 3.7%

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 25, 2024

Whether you’re a high school junior gearing up for the application process or a sophomore seeking that competitive edge, here are 20 essential things to know about the original Application Boot Camp®. Take advantage of personalized consultations via phone or Zoom to fine-tune your action plan and refine your application strategy.

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Inside Emory Admission

JULY 22, 2024

We are pleased to announce Emory University’s short answer questions for the 2024-2025 first-year application. Want advice and examples of other great Emory University application essays and Personal Statements? We share real essays from previous years’ applicants who were admitted and enrolled at Emory University.

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PrepScholar

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The 2023-2024 college application season is in full swing, which means you’re probably taking standardized tests. We’ll: Answer the question, “What is a good SAT score for 2024?” Explain everything you need to know about overall average SAT scores in 2024 Show you how to figure out if your SAT score is high enough Ready?

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

OCTOBER 9, 2023

While academics are still key in all of our reviews, and especially in EA, the overall competitiveness of the applicant pool means we need to look at a wide range of things in our review. Can you explain the two different EA decision release dates for in-state vs. out-of-state applicants? I don’t know.

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Top Tier Admissions

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Admissions to all three NYU campuses is done via the Common Application. Prospective applicants can choose the Early Decision 1, Early Decision 2, or Regular Decision option for all three campuses. NYU made some significant changes to its application process for the upcoming cycle including a new optional supplemental essay prompt.

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Tex Admissions

MAY 26, 2024

View from my house in Bali My freshmen Fall 2024 clients had the strongest outcomes of any admissions cycle. Although UT received the most applications and had the lowest admissions rate ever, 24 out of 37 of my clients (65%) gained admission to their first-choice UT major. On average, we spend six weeks on the UT application.

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College Transitions

JUNE 17, 2024

The 2023-24 admissions cycle saw the nine undergraduate University of California campuses collectively attract an all-time record of 250,000+ applications; this represented a double-digit increase from three years prior.

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sparkslearn

MAY 10, 2024

Elevate your debate prowess and join the ranks of articulate orators at the esteemed Harvard University Summer Debate Camp 2024 Council’s annual summer camp. Harvard University Summer Debate Camp 2024 Join the Harvard University Summer Debate Camp 2024—where arguments become art, and every voice has the power to change the world.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 2, 2024

In 2024, applications to MBA programs have skyrocketed , reaching levels not seen in over a decade. According to the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), MBA applications rose 12% overall, with full-time, in-person programs seeing a 32% surge. WHY ARE MBA APPLICATIONS INCREASING?

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Spark Admissions

MARCH 31, 2023

Don’t recap your resume; your extracurricular activities and transcript appear elsewhere in the application, and it’s a missed opportunity to just repeat them here. For the 2023-2024 college application cycle, there are seven different prompts for the Common App personal essay. What factors of your identity are most important?

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Spark Admissions

MARCH 31, 2023

Don’t recap your resume; your extracurricular activities and transcript appear elsewhere in the application, and it’s a missed opportunity to just repeat them here. For the 2023-2024 college application cycle, there are seven different prompts for the Common App personal essay. What factors of your identity are most important?

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College Transitions

APRIL 8, 2024

As we enter the 2024-25 cycle, the American college admissions process continues to be insanely competitive at the very top. Schools that are considered “elite” and “prestigious” are attracting more applicants than ever before.

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Ruffaloni

APRIL 22, 2024

2024 Prospective Family Study- What you need to know for your enrollment strategy! How can institutions proactively counteract bias and uphold ethical standards in AI applications? The post 9 Key Enrollment and AI sessions at the 2024 RNL National Conference appeared first on Ruffalo Noel Levitz.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The Common App, which is used by over 1,000 colleges and universities, has confirmed that when the next first-year application cycle formally begins on August 1, 2024, its main essay prompts will remain the same as those on this year’s Common App. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

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Solomon Admissions

AUGUST 30, 2024

Updated: August 2024, (Originally published: August 2021) College application essays remain a cultural mainstay even during these unprecedented times. appeared first on Solomon Admissions Consulting.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Now that we have reflected on the shifting landscape of college admissions in 2023 , let’s look ahead to 2024 and three key predictions for the year ahead. Non-binding EA programs are booming with tens of thousands of applications at private universities like USC and Northeastern, and flagship public universities like Michigan, UVA, and UNC.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

reached approximately $30,000 in the 2023-2024 academic year, while undergraduate expenses at private colleges like Tufts University and Yale University are estimated to be close to six figures. applicants, all of which are ranked highly on the international stage. Applicants appeared first on Top Tier Admissions.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 16, 2024

News & World Report recently released their Best Graduate Schools 2024 edition, which includes numerous rankings by category: Best Business Schools, Best Law Schools, Best Medical Schools: Research, Best Engineering Schools, and Best Education Schools, to name a few. Tulane’s having a good year, as they moved from #81 to #62.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 3, 2024

Learn what LSAT score to aim for to become a competitive law school applicant what is a good lsat score? A great LSAT score can help you overcome a low GPA or minimal leadership experiences, or otherwise make your application a slam-dunk for a top law school. Schools will compare you to other applicants from the same cycle.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 26, 2024

After receiving over 30,000 applications for the Class of 2028, Tulane announced an overall acceptance rate of around 13%. Tulane’s supplemental essay prompt remains unchanged from the 2023-2024 admissions cycle. While submitting this prompt is optional, we recommend that all applicants do so. admissions essay.

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Admissions.Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

If one sentence could sum up the state of financing an American college education in 2024 it would be, “The more things change the more things stay the same.” Also worth noting is that “Contributor” is a new term being introduced on the 2024–25 FAFSA form. ” While change is afoot, much remains the same.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

AUGUST 7, 2024

Reading Time: 12 minutes As we navigate through 2024, the landscape of higher education marketing is evolving at an unprecedented pace. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the seven most innovative higher education marketing trends that are shaping the industry in 2024. Contact HEM today!

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Enrollment Catalyst

DECEMBER 30, 2023

Now that 2023 is in the rearview mirror, it is always good to reflect on the past year and to look ahead to 2024. First impressions and intentionality make a difference in your admissions process: follow-up, campus visits, application, notification, and onboarding.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Out-of-State Early Action decisions will be released at 4 pm EST today, so here are some details about the overall EA applicant and admitted groups. Again, today’s decisions are only for Out-of-State applicants, and the data below is for the entire admitted EA group (In and Out of State). in comparison with the overall applicant pool.

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Top Tier Admissions

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Caltech changes its supplemental essay questions every year and offers insight for applicants on its website : “Remember, Caltech is an unapologetic STEM institution. But, as you’ll notice below, they do require a significant amount of writing from applicants. We promise. If so, tell us about them here. LEARN MORE APPLYING TO CALTECH?

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Although the number of students applying through Early Action (non-binding), Early Decision 1 (binding), and Early Decision 2 (binding) rounds continues to rise, these applicant pools are still much smaller compared to the regular decision pool at top colleges and universities.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

New data from the 2024 Prospective Family Engagement Report underscores the enduring power of in-person experiences, personalized interactions, and trusted guidance in shaping college decisions. As virtual technology continues to evolve, its role in shaping the future of college recruitment will undoubtedly grow.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Might as well toss in an application, right? If you’re tempted to round out your college list with these low-effort applications, just know that everyone else is, too. Colleges have a few key motives for asking no supplemental essay questions: 1) to drive application numbers up and acceptance rates down (see Northeastern’s 5.2%

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

APRIL 25, 2024

Maybe you’re drawn to the low cost of attendance at Canadian medical schools , where annual tuition sits around $13,000 USD for Canadian students and $20,000 USD for international students (conversion is current as of April 2024). Do Canadian medical schools accept applications from international students? In 2023, 95.25

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

It gives you a sense of just how competitive the process is and helps you set realistic goals for your application. For the Class of 2028 , the university received a record-breaking 65,235 applications and accepted only 3,508 students. Historically, ED applicants have a better shot because it’s a smaller, more committed pool.

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