North Star Admissions Consulting

JULY 2, 2020

Here are some insights about the impact of Covid on college applications. Test Optional v. Test Blind. A growing number of schools, including all 8 Ivy League universities and Stanford, are test optional for the class of 2021. The vast majority of schools are test optional for next year.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 12, 2024

HARVARD ACCEPTANCE RATE: HIGHEST IN FOUR YEARS AS APPLICATION NUMBERS FALL Harvard accepted 3.59% of Regular Decision applicants to its Class of 2028, or 1,245 students. They will join the 692 applicants accepted during the Early Action cycle.

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Parry College Counseling: College Admissions Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2021

This is the time of year when I receive messages of dismay when students realize that not only is UW-Seattle not on the Common Application, but that they are one of the only colleges that exclusively uses the Coalition Application. > Here are some tips as you approach your UW Coalition application this fall. Except for UW.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

MAY 4, 2024

Northwestern University holds high standards for its applicants, and although many schools are now test-optional, standardized testing remains a significant aspect of the college application process. Additionally, check out our companion article detailing Northwestern’s SAT expectations ! Should I go test-optional?

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JUNE 11, 2024

Georgia Institute of Technology , known for its exceptional programs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), sets high standards for its applicants. Be sure to also explore our other articles that discuss Georgia Tech’s SAT expectations ! Still, there is no minimum score applicants must achieve for admission.

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 15, 2023

How much do standardized tests matter for colleges? If I (as a student) test, what's the right test for me, ACT vs SAT? How should I prep for the SAT or ACT? Defining terms: What’s the difference between “test optional” and “test blind/free”? Does test optional really mean test optional?

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Tex Admissions

MARCH 21, 2022

UT-Austin will remain test-optional for Fall/Spring 2023 first-time freshmen applicants. They say simply that all applicants will be reviewed holistically without any additional details. If you’re outside of the top 6%, I suggest submitting your SAT/ACT if it’s higher than 28 or 1350. Interested in working together?

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Harvard University requires much of its applicants if they hope to be successful. Across schools nationwide, standardized testing is a notorious part of the college application process – this article breaks down Harvard-specific ACT requirements and Harvard ACT scores. What percent of Harvard applicants submit the ACT?

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College Essay Guy

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

One of America's leading public research universities, Georgia Tech offers more than 130 majors and minors focused on the application of technology across a wide array of disciplines. With an acceptance rate of 36% for Georgia residents and just 12% for out-of-state applicants, getting into Georgia Tech can definitely be a challenge.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 27, 2023

Students who want to apply for financial aid should finish both the CSS Profile and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The following are the general prerequisites for undergraduate applicants: Application: Interested students must submit either the QuestBridge, Coalition, or Common Application.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 22, 2024

and the average applicant had a 3.9. In general, when it comes to education, Penn is looking for top students, and you should show that through a rigorous transcript, great GPA, and class rank, if applicable. Test Scores Penn is currently test-optional. They try to interview as many applicants as possible.

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