Top Tier Admissions

MAY 15, 2024

Today’s law school applicants are different. Today’s law school applicants are increasingly socially conscious, more mindful of others, stronger contributors in their local communities and on the whole, less driven by power and prestige. Law school apps are up and so is applicant diversity. and Asian applicants increased 4.7%.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Our mission at Top Tier Admissions is to provide comprehensive support, guidance, and resources to students and families navigating the college admissions process. What was the highlight of your college years and what do you wish you had known about Stanford when you were an applicant? Proficiency in Python, R, etc.

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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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Educated Quest

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The Black Family’s Guide to College Admissions is one of the newest, and more necessary, college advice guides around. Co-authored by Timothy Fields, Senior Associate Dean of Admissions at Emory University and Shereem Herdon-Brown, an independent college admissions advisor, this book speaks directly to Black families.

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The Koppelman Group

JUNE 1, 2023

Here are some things that you can do before writing your application and in your application itself to ensure your application makes a serious impact. Join or Start a Literary Magazine If there are six months or more from pressing “submit” on your application, you need to join the team of your school literary magazine.

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Niche

APRIL 5, 2023

Direct admissions removes barriers to enrollment and allows colleges to get in front of students who are already interested as well as those considering your peers but would be accepted to your college. Knowing who you want to enroll will help you tailor your direct admissions process to meet their specific needs.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

This post will break down Stanford’s application requirements so you can optimize your application for Stanford. Stanford University Statistics Rankings & Enrollment Around 4% of applicants gained admittance to Stanford in the 2021-2022 academic year. Stanford takes a holistic admissions approach.

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The Koppelman Group

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Due to the competitive nature of the field, securing admission to top-tier English programs can be a massive challenge. Here’s the deal – Junior year is the last significant opportunity to enhance your portfolio before beginning the college application process.

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Educated Quest

MAY 12, 2024

Forbes magazine recently came out with a list of schools that were considered to be a Public Ivy. Forbes used these criteria to rank their schools: High standardized test scores-as supplied by at least half of all 2022 applicants. Florida and Georgia residents must submit ACT or SAT scores for admission. Acceptance rate.

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Admissions Mom

JUNE 21, 2024

One of the most difficult aspects of the college admissions experience is this feeling that you don’t have control over the process. In fact, I would say the entire strength of your application can be broken by a weak list or made stronger by a strong list. And it shows in their admissions results — sadly.

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THE SOUTHERN SCOPE – COLLEGE ADMISSIONS BLOG

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

I started my professional life working for my parents’ small publishing company and then had stints as a journalist for San Juan City Magazine , Caribbean Business and the San Juan Star plus freelance writing and editing. None of our students needed the application extensions that were offered! Q: What previous roles have you held?

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Ivy Central

APRIL 28, 2023

Admission Acceptance Rate Scripps College is a highly selective college with an acceptance rate of 27.6%. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycles. An interview gives the students a chance to discuss their passions and goals with the admissions officers.

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College Essay Guy

OCTOBER 30, 2023

But we’ve also worked with plenty of students who didn’t know where or how to communicate those things to colleges in their applications, or do so in ways that would help colleges understand who they were, what drove them, and why they were different from other students doing cool research. So, we built this guide. It definitely can.

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Ivy Central

MAY 2, 2023

Admission Acceptance Rate Harvey Mudd College is a highly selective college with a 10% acceptance rate. There are 4,440 aspiring applications and only 592 students were admitted. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. We can help you with your college application process.

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Now, you may even have some additional leadership roles and accolades to add onto your application! application round. While the outcome isn’t what you wanted, you applied to Stanford, which means that you’ve pulled together an impressive application. So, make a cup of tea, settle into a comfy chair, and take a deep breath.

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The Koppelman Group

AUGUST 21, 2024

With their test-optional policy (only 42% of applicants last year submitted scores) and no supplement, you might think it only takes a click to convincingly apply to Middlebury. But, for the sake of application, you want to choose a major that reflects what you’ve done throughout high school, especially if you’re otherwise undeclared.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

MARCH 20, 2023

Register for in person events early and use the email you will use for your applications so the colleges can track your demonstrated interest. Ask the admissions office if it is possible to sit in on a class in a subject that interests you. Pick up a copy of school publications like the newspaper or magazines. Do you feel safe?

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Admissions Mom

MAY 1, 2024

So, yeah — there are times when the college admissions experience absolutely sucks. But there’s also something really amazing about the admissions journey. The college admissions journey can be stressful — or windy as I like to now call it — I’m not gonna lie, but that can be a healthy experience. For others, it’s the car.

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Berkeley² Academy

JULY 10, 2024

Colleges also value these experiences—both within STEM fields and beyond—and completing research can help students build a stronger college admissions profile. Start with more approachable forms of writing like books, magazines, and online articles to help you understand the field before seeking out more dense research publications.

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The Koppelman Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

These programs have distinct differences, so be sure to carefully consider what would work best for you before you get to work on an application. Navigating the college admissions process can be overwhelming. If you’re feeling underwater, send us an email. We help students get into their dream schools. are housed in Seaver College.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 14, 2023

And English is a highly applicable major to other fields. Becoming a research assistant to a professor is one of the best ways to spend your time and it packs a big punch on your application. Think a little smaller, like a local paper, indie publishing house, or literary magazine. to literary magazines and online platforms.

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The Koppelman Group

JUNE 11, 2023

Since you’ve been taking English classes since practically your first day of school, you may be thinking you don’t have to do much to make yourself look like a strong applicant. You can join a book club for a few months before your application is due, or you can become a leader in or even founder of a book club if you have more time.

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The Koppelman Group

AUGUST 21, 2024

You’ll be able to upload them into the W&L Applicant Portal after submission. For college admissions? Your goal with this essay is to convince the admissions officers at W&L that their school is the only one for you. With that, let’s dive in. A “Why Us” essay ? Groundbreaking.

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The Koppelman Group

AUGUST 12, 2024

The acceptance rate is 3-4% for standard first-year applicants, and about to triple that, up to the low-teens , for legacy applicants who have at least one parent who attended. When reviewing applications, they look for “The cornerstones of resilience — learning, seeking advice, getting perspective and finding community” in applicants.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 1, 2024

The university receives nearly 40,000 applications annually, and the acceptance is only 4.7%. This is skewed, or rather determined, by a high ratio of the class being filled in the early application round. To be fair, UChicago says over and over that each applicant is “ more than your GPA.”

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BestColleges

MARCH 7, 2024

Before I started applying, the law school admissions process seemed daunting. Having access to people with the resources and information you need to succeed is a serious advantage and an issue that often deters applicants from applying. Different schools have different paths to admission.

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Admissions Mom

MAY 18, 2023

So, yeah — there are times when the college admissions experience absolutely sucks. But there’s also something really amazing about the admissions journey. The college admissions journey can be stressful — or windy as I like to now call it — I’m not gonna lie, but that can be a healthy experience. For others, it’s the car.

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The Koppelman Group

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Tufts : In addition, we will ask all applicants to complete this sentence in 100 words or less: “I am applying to Tufts because…” As you can see, this question might be worded in many different ways, or they might have slightly different focuses. Declare Major If you don’t have a major decided, tough luck, you’re gonna have to pick one.

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Princeton College Consulting

APRIL 21, 2020

Nobody knows how this pandemic will evolve or when it will end, so colleges and organizations that deal with college admissions are continually updating policies and timelines. That said, here are some ways you can expect COVID-19 to affect college admissions and advice for planning ahead. How will this affect college admissions?

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DC College Counseling

APRIL 24, 2023

BIGGEST COLLEGE-RELATED NEWS OF THE WEEK JMU TAKES A NEW APPROACH TO NURSING PROGRAM ADMISSIONS Last week, James Madison University announced that it will adopt a new “holistic” admissions process for entry into its Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. They’re also weighing reproductive health laws.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 25, 2023

Since it's a complex question, we wanted to break down the ins and outs of Stanford legacy admissions and what your legacy needs to get in. Back in 2013, Stanford Magazine said: “The percentage of alumni children admitted to Stanford is roughly three times the overall percentage of acceptance: somewhere in the mid to high teens.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Alumni hold positions in nearly every industry—you can find Boston Terriers in roles as magazine editors, state governors, Fortune 500 CEOs and CFOs, U.S. Boston University is a premier educational institution that attracts over 80,000 applicants every year. You can also learn more about our 1-on-1 college admissions support here.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 24, 2024

At Tufts, international students go through the same application process as all other first-year students, and students are evaluated “within the context of their national academic system.” Below we’ll break down the most important factors in admission to Tufts and how you can make them work in your favor as you prepare to apply.

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DC College Counseling

JANUARY 5, 2024

Lastly, New York magazine interviewed parents and admissions professionals to expand on the results of a study we covered in a blog post last summer, underscoring that “children who are wealthy, but not private-jet rich, [are] at a disadvantage for admission to the most elite colleges.”

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 17, 2023

While choosing the right topic is an important first step in writing the “perfect” essay, it is always the first line of the essay that will draw the admissions officer in. Crafting this first line: This student uses a bit of humor to hook the admissions officer in. Who would think of writing her college essay about handwriting?

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 21, 2023

In order to be a truly competitive applicant, you’re going to want a 1550+ or 35+ on your standardized tests. That looks like taking internships, starting clubs, volunteer work, writing for a magazine, etc. You’re going to need an amazing Common App essay to top off your application. Prove to them you want to be there!

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DC College Counseling

JULY 22, 2024

We have been absolutely swamped getting ready for August 1, when the 2024-2025 Common Application (R) goes live and the (controlled) chaos begins :) BIGGEST COLLEGE-RELATED NEWS OF THE LAST WEEKS BIG CHANGES AHEAD FOR THE ACT Rising juniors, take note! Starting in the spring of 2025, the ACT is getting a makeover of sorts.

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