Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This week we welcome Assistant Director of Admission, Danielle Foote, to the blog. In the college application process, there are a lot of pieces you will likely start and finish within your senior year—writing essays, gathering documents, synthesizing your resume of activities—these are just a few. Welcome, Danielle!

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Koodoos Learning

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

For this reason, each statement an admissions team member reads is uniquely different from any other, as it should be. Here’s a list of do’s and don’ts to follow when writing your college admissions essays based on my time as an admissions reader: Do's. Repeat information elsewhere in your application to the point of redundancy.

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Grown & Flown

OCTOBER 14, 2024

I suffered in silence for the better part of a year because, you see, I let my son take charge of the entire college application process. University of South Carolina Lieber College is now the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. He was determined to keep his free 8 th period even though admissions officers might view that as lazy.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 30, 2023

Entry Requirements and Cost Applicants must be in their Junior year at the time of applying and are currently enrolled in high school in the United States or its territories, or who are US citizens studying abroad. The program has a limited number of spots available, and only the most qualified applicants are accepted. Start today!

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The applications are all in for the UGA Regular Decision group of students, so here is some information on the total UGA freshman applicant pool for Fall 2023. The total application numbers (EA and RD) are roughly 43,600, which is up substantially from last year. using the UGA GPA calculation method.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 29, 2023

How to Apply Application deadlines change from year to year but for students applying for summer 2023, applications opened late in 2022 with a single deadline of 18th January for the application to be received. The application is not completed until this is received by the university. Start today!

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North Star Admissions Consulting

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

College Application Tips: What to do After You Submit Your College Applications On November 1st, the majority of early action and early decision college applications are due. Leading up to this deadline, I have been sharing college application tips to help the whole process run smoothly. Happy November 1 st !

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Top Tier Admissions

AUGUST 5, 2024

Myth #2: The essay should recap your accomplishments Reality: Your transcript and Common App already list your achievements. Admissions officers want to get to know you as a person, not just as a list of accomplishments. Remember, admissions officers read thousands of essays – authenticity stands out more than SAT words.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 29, 2023

Entry Requirements and Cost The entry requirements are fairly minimal, applicants must be at least 14 and have completed 9th grade or its equivalent and so have done at least one year of high school maths, but not have started at college or university. The PROMYS application requires an appreciable amount of work.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

OCTOBER 25, 2024

On November 1st, the majority of early action and early decision college applications are due. Leading up to this deadline, I am sharing college application tips to help the whole process run smoothly. If you are about to hit submit, take these steps to ensure that your final college application review is as thorough as possible.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

AUGUST 23, 2024

Ten weeks from today, on November first, the majority of early action and early decision college applications are due. For the next ten weeks I will share college application tips that will make the whole process run smoothly. College Application Tips: #1 Don’t Underestimate the Logistics.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Every year we hear stories from students who say they were discouraged from applying to schools ranked below number X; or decided only to apply to schools within the Top 10 in a particular field; or were pressured to ultimately choose the highest ranked school from which they received on offer of admission. Sound ridiculous?

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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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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

Admissions Acceptance Rate Wake Forest University has an acceptance rate of 29.4%. The university received 10,512 applications and accepted 3091 students. 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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Anna Ivey Consulting

DECEMBER 23, 2022

The holidays can be a mixed bag for law school applicants. It's hard for people — even people one or two degrees removed from the admissions process — to accept that you may be in for a longer period of waiting. And if you’ll have new grades in January from the previous semester, you are required to submit updated transcripts to LSAC.

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PrepScholar

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In many ways, the most labor-intensive part of your college application process is the essay. It’s not just about forwarding transcripts or entering a list of extracurricular activities—you have to craft something personal and compelling to show the admissions committee who you are beyond your resume.

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Tex Admissions

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Navigating the college admissions process, especially as a transfer, can sometimes feel like crawling around in the dark. The range of transfer applicants is much more extensive than first-time freshmen who are overwhelmingly high school seniors. GPA guarantees admission to Liberal Arts. There is no “typical” transfer student.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

AUGUST 30, 2024

College Application Tips: #2 – The Common Application Form On November 1st, the majority of early action and early decision college applications are due. For the next nine weeks I will share college application tips that will make the whole process run smoothly. Read last week’s tips about logistics.)

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Great College Advice

OCTOBER 23, 2024

It’s a piece of writing that you undertake for a very specific purpose: to give college admissions officers the evidence they need in order to admit you to their school. In order to write the most compelling essay that you can, it is crucial to ask: what do college admissions look for in an essay? That is not a good strategy.

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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

Admissions/Application Language*: Acceptance/Admission: An offer of admission to a college for its incoming class. Admissions Decision: The outcome determined by a college's admissions committee regarding a student's application. For more about activities read our past blog.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

JANUARY 10, 2023

In these settings, when I am talking to people I don’t know very well, I find they generally broach a few central topics with me- sports/running, my kids/their school, and college/college admission- not always in that order. . Admission as Stereogram . Applications are not the REAL picture. Try a few for yourself here. .

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Solomon Admissions

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The college application process can be overwhelming, but by familiarizing yourself with the most common questions, you can make the process much easier. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about the college application process and their answers. When should I start the college application process?

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Solomon Admissions

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

When looking to change colleges, students are required to re-enter the admissions process. The application while having similarities is not exactly the same as that for applying as a first-year student graduating from high school. Application deadlines vary by university, you should always double check exact dates.

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HelloCollege

JULY 11, 2024

As the college application process becomes increasingly competitive and complicated, with students applying to more schools than ever , it’s essential to put your best foot forward in all aspects of your application. What is a College Admission Consultant? There is no one-size-fits-all approach to college applications.

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Princeton College Consulting

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

." – Heraclitus In the competitive realm of college admissions, it is your ability to reveal and demonstrate your character that becomes the silver bullet, helping you stand out while separating you from all the rest. In fact, almost every facet of your application should and will reveal elements of your character. Are you authentic?

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

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 or a student studying in a GA High School). in comparison with the overall applicant pool.

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 17, 2023

College admissions interviews are an important element of the application process. However, there are several different types of college admissions interviews. With a bit of solid information, combined with some forethought and research, you’ll be able to nail the college admissions interview.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Dear Class of 2025, The college admissions process can feel like a whirlwind—deadlines, decisions, expectations—it’s easy to get caught up in the chaos. When Michele and I founded Top Tier Admissions over 20 years ago, our goal was to disrupt the college admissions process by creating transparency. What needs to be done today?

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Solomon Admissions

AUGUST 25, 2023

College admissions season is a highly competitive and often stressful process for students and parents alike. To help you navigate this process, this post provides an overview of the 4 main types of college admissions deadlines: Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, and Rolling Admissions.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Many law schools ask this question in their applications Indicate dates you have taken or plan to take the LSAT and that means there are a couple of extra steps you’ll need to take. Welcome to the world of law school admissions. A good 90% of the law school application form is redundant information.

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Niche

AUGUST 20, 2024

One path is that of direct admissions — a process which grants select students admission into a college without the normal hoop-jumping and nail-biting. While intentions are good, not every direct admissions program is actually alleviating stress. What’s Niche Direct Admissions ® ?

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The college application process can feel like navigating a haunted house—full of unexpected twists, bumps in the night, and chilling deadlines. By avoiding these ten common application mistakes, you’ll be well on your way to escaping the fright and finding your way to college admission success. But don’t be spooked!

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ACM College Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

High school juniors are at a pivotal stage in the college application process. Course Selection : Ensure your coursework aligns with your future academic interests, goals, AND potential admissions requirements. Build Strong Relationships with Teachers Letters of recommendation will most likely be a necessary part of your application.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Common Application Essay On November 1st, the majority of early action and early decision college applications are due. For the next seven weeks I will share college application tips that will make the whole process run smoothly. First of all, there really aren’t unique topics – admissions officers have read it all.

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Koodoos Learning

JANUARY 17, 2021

At this point, most US colleges have implemented a holistic approach to their college admissions process. Instead of focusing on a number, admissions committees aim to understand who applicants are as individuals, specifically what they’re going to bring to the classroom and the campus community. GPA might get accepted.

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Koodoos Learning

MAY 17, 2020

Plus, having the self-awareness about your experience will prepare you for your transfer applications. To save time later, look at the application deadlines as you’re looking at programs to see if the program is a feasible option for you. See our guide for contacting admissions officers.

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Solomon Admissions

AUGUST 10, 2023

College admissions season is a highly competitive and often stressful process for students and parents alike. To help you navigate this process, this post provides an overview of the 4 main types of college admissions deadlines: Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, and Rolling Admissions.

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