Ivy Central

JUNE 2, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of college admissions, each passing year brings its own set of transformations and trends. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has released its admissions data for the Class of 2027. Of the 26,914 applicants, MIT offered admission to 1,259 students with a yield of 4.7%. The yield of 4.7%

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 20, 2025

With its reputation as one of the most prestigious universities in the world, Stanfords admissions process is notoriously competitive. Stanford is renowned not just for its academic excellence but for its highly selective admissions process, making it a dream school for many and a reality for only a lucky few. 2026 56,378 3.7%

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Princeton College Consulting

JANUARY 12, 2025

Many of us are familiar with the standard elements of a college applicationsuch as your academic background, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation. While each university has its own assessment process, there are core criteria that every reader focuses on.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 8, 2024

How long do college admissions take? It’s no secret that the college admissions process is a long and winding road. But exactly how long do college admissions take? Extracurricular activities Colleges will be looking at the extracurricular activities you participated in throughout high school, not just junior or senior year.

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Solomon Admissions

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

While admissions officers understand that nerves are high, mistakes happen, and the process is confusing, there are some major “don’ts” that can make or break your admission decision. Make sure that when you are showcasing your extracurriculars, you are also explaining them.

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Princeton College Consulting

MARCH 7, 2023

Depth over breadth: How to make your extracurricular activities count for college admissions By now you already know that it’s not just about academics. GPA doesn’t guarantee you admission to any college, nor do perfect SATs. Look through the eyes of the admissions committee. Having a 4.0 It’s not about what you do.

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 4, 2023

Are letters of recommendation for ivy league applications important? Securing admission into Ivy League schools involves various elements beyond just academic grades. Among these, Letters of Recommendation hold significant value.

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Admissions Mom

APRIL 24, 2024

This is especially true when it comes to letters of recommendation. It’s easy to get freaked out about which teachers to ask, if they’ll agree to write your letters, and how to guarantee that they won’t secretly write you a bad letter that will torpedo your chances of getting into college.

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 20, 2024

The junior year of high school is the most important year in preparing for college admissions. It is also when you should carve out time in your already busy schedule to begin exploring college admissions. Rather than quantity, focus on the quality of your extracurriculars. Keep studying to make sure your grades stay up!

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

On the other hand, if you are a superstar premed student, you might be wondering whether you're optimizing your time by pursuing the “best” extracurricular activities for medical school. What are some unique extracurriculars for medical school? How could you compete with them? Do you even want to? Are you missing anything critical?

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

JANUARY 13, 2025

This week we welcome Assistant Director of Admission, Ashley Brookshire, to the blog. the gray-area that is college admission. In keeping with that theme, lets venture to a topic that some of you may find highly relevant as college admission decisions are being released: deferrals. Welcome, Ashley! What should you do?

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Admissions Mom

APRIL 26, 2023

This is especially true when it comes to letters of recommendation. It’s easy to get freaked out about which teachers to ask, if they’ll agree to write your letters, and how to guarantee that they won’t secretly write you a bad letter that will torpedo your chances of getting into college.

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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. So what does it mean when we say that the admissions process is a CHARACTER-BASED evaluation? Are you authentic?

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College Essay Guy

APRIL 23, 2024

A lot of students and families fundamentally misunderstand college admissions. But I want to help you understand, based on many years of experience on both sides of the admissions process, how the applicant evaluation process really works. TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) College admissions as identification of future potential?

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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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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Re-upping this blog based on a few recent conversations with college and neighborhood friends who have kids in the admission process right now. He told me that after watching his older son go through the admission process he has been telling his current high school senior who is applying to colleges to be prepared to hear “no.”

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Ivy Central

JUNE 6, 2023

Princeton University, renowned for its academic excellence and rigorous admissions process, has recently witnessed significant shifts in its acceptance rates and student demographics. Out of a staggering 37,601 applicants, only 1,657 students were offered admission to Princeton University. Start today!

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Discover strategic ways to boost your Ivy League admissions odds Learn how to increase your chances of getting into an ivy league college Part 1: Introduction Part 2: What grades are needed for Ivy League admission? Part 4: What extracurricular activities are needed for Ivy Leagues?

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Applying to Harvard might feel like a lot, but knowing what admissions officers actually want can make things much simpler. The answer includes strong academics, compelling extracurriculars, and an authentic story that showcases your unique strengths. What does Harvard look for in an applicant? What else does Harvard consider?

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 7, 2023

With its overall admission rate still hovering near 3%, Harvard University is one of the most selective universities in the United State and in the world. At Spark, we find that students who meet these recommended standards have a much higher success rate of admission to top-ranked schools.

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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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Solomon Admissions

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

A former college admissions officer weighs in on the fairness of the college admissions system. One of the things that keeps parents and students up late at night (and admissions consultants too!) is wondering whether the college admissions system is fair. A fair system?

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 1, 2024

Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to maximize your chances of being accepted into an Ivy League school, as told from a former Harvard admissions interviewer and Harvard graduate: Academic Excellence High GPA: One of the most critical components of your application is your academic record.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 15, 2022

To understand the private school admission process, we suggest beginning your research a full 12 months before the school year begins. In other words, in early fall of a student’s 8 th grade year or earlier for 9 th grade admission. Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY). Study abroad programs?

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Solomon Admissions

APRIL 12, 2023

There are many moving parts to the college admissions process, yet most students and families don’t understand the integral role their high school counselor plays. High school counselors can help students with the college admissions process in a number of ways.

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Ivy College Essay

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Mental Health and the Stress of College Admissions The journey to college admissions, and Ivy League college admissions in particular, can be a daunting one, filled with academic pressures, high expectations, and intense competition. It’s crucial for students to remember that everyone’s journey is unique.

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Solomon Admissions

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Typically, a college application will require the following: a completed online application form, high school transcripts, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. You can also research each college's admission requirements and acceptance rates to see if they match your qualifications.

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Great College Advice

JULY 25, 2023

One of the most-oft questions I get from families is some version of this: “Which is more important — grades or extracurricular activities? Grades are more important than your extracurricular activities. And they are recorded and presented to college admissions offices on your transcript. Here’s the answer.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 29, 2023

Students have access to numerous extracurricular activities, clubs, and organizations, allowing them to pursue their passions and interests outside the classroom. Admissions Acceptance Rate Lafayette College received a total of 9,866 applications for the class of 2027. Start today!

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Solomon Admissions

APRIL 3, 2023

No, college admissions is not solely about perfect GPAs and testing. First, it might be helpful to understand the difference between holistic and non-holistic college admissions. This approach allows colleges to consider the whole person, rather than just a narrow set of academic criteria, in their admissions decisions.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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. Generic Essays Nothing is scarier for an admissions officer than reading an essay that could be written by any student (or AI). But don’t be spooked! LEARN MORE 2.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 14, 2025

In this article, well unpack why MIT doesnt consider legacy admissions, explore some stats (like the MIT Common Data Set and MIT deferral rates), and share tips on how to crush your MIT application. MIT is one of the few elite institutions that doesnt have legacy admissions because it holds steadfast to a meritocratic admissions process.

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Ivy Central

MAY 13, 2023

Admission Acceptance Rate Vanderbilt University is very competitive. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. Please briefly elaborate on how one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences has influenced you. The average class size is 19 students.

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

Admission Acceptance Rate William & Mary has an acceptance rate of 33%. The in-state admission rate was 42% and the out-of-state admission rate was 28%. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. 77% of admitted students are top 10% of their high school class.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

You have to do things well to impress admissions committees, especially to get accepted to the best dental programs. It’s easy to look around at what everyone else is doing and think that you need to take the same courses during certain terms and participate in the same extracurriculars for dental school.

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College Essay Guy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Do you have to be a star athlete, or a straight-A student, or maybe the president of every extracurricular club? These scholarships typically require excellent grades, high test scores, and sometimes additional criteria like leadership, community service, or extracurricular involvement. Eligibility: Must be a U.S. or higher (on a 4.0

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

MAY 22, 2023

Explore top-ranked osteopathic medical programs and the best strategies to increase your admissions odds the us news and world report rankings can help us answer the question “Which are the best do schools?” You’re taking medical school prerequisites and working on your extracurricular requirements. And if so, which ones?

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