UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MAY 26, 2023

For the Fall 2024 First-Year applicant group, there are three updates the UGA Admissions Office wants to make known when students are preparing to apply to UGA. We will be exclusively using the Common App for our First-Year applicants. Please share a book (novel, non-fiction, etc.) Please share a book (novel, non-fiction, etc.)

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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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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).

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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. Why does it captivate you?

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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.” ” While change is afoot, much remains the same. Grants and scholarships do not need to be repaid, making them a form of “gift aid.”

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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. In an era dominated by screens and social media, it’s easy to think that the college recruitment landscape has become impersonal.

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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. Figure out what your story is, then choose the best fit prompt later. The Common App has seven essay prompts from which to choose.

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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. Figure out what your story is, then choose the best fit prompt later. The Common App has seven essay prompts from which to choose.

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Admissions.Blog

AUGUST 1, 2023

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland has released a new supplemental essay prompt for students applying during the 2023-2024 admissions cycle. 2023-2024 JHU Supplemental Prompt Tell us about an aspect of your identity (eg. 300-400 words) A new year, and new JHU! Start drafting!

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BestColleges

JANUARY 24, 2024

citizens to lose out on state or institutional financial aid. The rollout of the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been rocky, but perhaps more so for U.S. The student and parent will be able to complete the 2024-25 FAFSA form online once the issue is resolved. 30 with a litany of issues.

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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. Brandeis just pushed out of the top 100 though, sinking from 84 to 107.

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ACM College Consulting

JULY 3, 2024

I recently had a great discussion about the current state of college admission with test prep expert Laura Heslin Whitmore of Strategic Test Prep. We spoke about all things related to the college application and have some great advice for students and their families. and so much more!

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Ivy Central

JUNE 15, 2023

The admission process at prestigious universities like Stanford University is highly competitive, with thousands of qualified applicants vying for a limited number of spots. The acceptance rates of Stanford University's Class of 2024, Class of 2025, and the Class of 2026 portray the changing landscape of admissions at Stanford.

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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). Maybe you’re a Canadian who desires to be educated at home and to serve your local community.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 29, 2024

Students who are at least 18 years old, parents, guardians, or counselors can sign a waiver to exempt students from filling out financial aid applications to graduate. The 2024-25 Simplified FAFSA was officially released Jan. New Jersey high school juniors now have to fill out financial aid applications to complete high school.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

UGA Overall EA Admissions Over the last decade, the UGA applicant pool has grown at a substantial rate. If you look at the number of applicants over the past 10 years, you will see tremendous growth in our applicant pool both in size and in academic strength. Over 15,500 of our EA applicants have a 4.00 UGA GPA or higher.

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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. The competition among institutions to attract and retain students is fiercer than ever, and traditional marketing strategies are no longer sufficient to stand out in a crowded marketplace.

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DC College Counseling

JUNE 17, 2024

What did the Columbia and Wake Forest applications have in common this past year? Remember, even if students aren’t applying to schools that ask about books in the application, they still need to be prepared to discuss reading material in college interviews. Together they embark on a dangerous adventure, aiming for the Free States.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 27, 2024

The 2024 RNLNC will feature more than 100 sessions across 7 tracks. In “The Hottest Topics in Higher Ed: A Conversation with Phil Hill,” we will talk through the impact of proposed new rules on: state authorization the use of third-party servicers (OPMs particularly) AI for higher education in general and online education specifically.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

APRIL 8, 2024

What to do each month of the 2024-2025 application cycle to ensure timely and high-quality materials to help maximize your odds of getting accepted. Plus, the complete list of law school application deadlines. So you’ve figured out that you should apply early, but what does that mean?

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BestColleges

JANUARY 16, 2024

California rolled out an updated California Dream Act Application in 2024, simplifying the process undocumented students must undergo to qualify for state financial aid. The application will now include the legal affidavit required to prove they qualify for exemption from nonresident tuition.

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Spark Admissions

JULY 7, 2022

In recent years, colleges and universities in and around Boston (including those in its neighboring suburbs) have received a growing number of applications, and as a result, falling admission rates. Class of 2024. of applicants during the 2020-2021 admissions cycle, and yet somehow they managed. Class of 2025. Class of 2026.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

You’ll need to count on more than just your GPA and standardized test scores to stand out – which is where your essays come in. While means you have twice the writing to do, it also means you have twice the opportunity to show admissions officials your unique strengths as an applicant. Don’t get discouraged!

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Spark Admissions

JULY 7, 2022

Many colleges rejected astoundingly large numbers of applicants this year, sending shockwaves through schools and communities. Below, we’ve highlighted some of the colleges and universities in the United States that saw a particularly significant drop in their admission rates. Changes in Admission Rates at Select Schools.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 17, 2023

Admissions decisions for UCLA come out in late March, so, like many, we are eagerly awaiting word on UCLA’s final Class of 2027 acceptance rates. This year, the University of California has already released application data, which shows a slight cooling, with UCLA receiving 145,882 freshman applications.

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THE SOUTHERN SCOPE – COLLEGE ADMISSIONS BLOG

MARCH 14, 2024

SACAC was never presented as a professional organization during my school counselor training or professional development through my local school district or the state department. I enjoyed hearing about their life and helping them discover options, solutions, and craft plans of action. Q: What brought you to this particular role?

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 5, 2024

There are nine California universities that use the University of California application, which is their own application process distinct from the Common App. The nine UC schools receive over 206,000 applications for freshman admission each year. acceptance rate off of the waitlist, or 1,151 out of 3891 students.

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BestColleges

MARCH 20, 2024

It's also important to remember that your standardized test score is just one factor that schools will consider in your overall application. What's a Bad SAT Score for Local State Schools? Note Reference [1] Check Scoring 870 puts you at the bottom 25% of test-takers. Table of Contents What Is a Bad SAT Score Overall?

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 22, 2024

What if you attended a state school that’s not ranked in the top 20? What if you attended a state school that’s not ranked in the top 20? GPA if had they attended their local, less rigorous state school. in short, Yes. but it’s not everything. But how do those accomplishments look in the context of where you went to college?

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 11, 2024

But as Virginia residents (like me) know well, UVA is hardly the only college in the state. Getting into William & Mary is no easy feat, however, especially for out-of-state students. W&M has an overall acceptance rate of 33% , but as a public school, it prioritizes in-state students. Andrews in Scotland.

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Swarthmore prioritizes applicants who prioritize them, and a high percentage of accepted first-years are accepted in the Early Decision rounds. as it has been done, but usually there are extenuating circumstances that don’t apply to most applicants. We can help you craft your ideal college application strategy. Maybe, maybe not.

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BestColleges

MARCH 22, 2024

The Department of Education (ED) is urging colleges and universities to extend enrollment and payment deadlines for students amid delays in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process. 1 launch date, leading to a shorter application submission period for students compared to previous years.

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BestColleges

MAY 13, 2024

Students must either complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Colorado Application for State Financial Aid (CASFA) and qualify for in-state tuition to apply. Colorado State University Pueblo offers free tuition to in-state first-time or transfer students from families making $70,000 or less.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 17, 2023

Please remember a small number of students will be admitted to start in January 2024. You will find specific information on your Status page and in your admissions packet, and it is stated very clearly so there is no confusion. Total GA Resident Applicants – 18,464, with roughly 8,800 admitted GA residents.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

250 words) Prompt 4 (optional) Is there any additional information or extenuating circumstances the Admissions Committee should know when reviewing your application? 250 words) Prompt 4 (optional) Is there any additional information or extenuating circumstances the Admissions Committee should know when reviewing your application?

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Those assessments include: PSAT/NMSQTP SAT 10 SAT School Day The College Board estimates that these student populations will represent about 1/3 of students in the College Board network in the 2023-2024 subscription year. And while we don’t subscribe to that belief, our team at RNL agrees that student search is evolving. What is Connections?

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