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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Discovery College Consulting

MARCH 5, 2024

Furthermore, although the Department of Education said in December that colleges would receive students’ FAFSA information in late January, it announced on January 30 that colleges would not receive this information until March. But only a few hundred colleges, most of which are selective private schools, require the Profile.

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ACM College Consulting

OCTOBER 25, 2019

As college application season is fully underway, it is important to learn about the primary financial aid applications and types of aid your student could receive. The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the standard form used by all schools to determine the amount of federal aid a student will receive.

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ACM College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

As college application season is fully underway, it is important to learn about the primary financial aid applications and types of aid your student could receive. Both applications open on October 1, so prepare to get them started now. Both applications open on October 1, so prepare to get them started now.

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 24, 2023

But before you dismiss the simple answer as a weak attempt at wit, consider this: you can attend only one college. Or for those who transfer from one college to another, you can attend only one college at a time. But there are other sorts of students who apply to only one college. More and more applications.

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ACM College Consulting

JULY 17, 2024

Can expat students get in-state tuition and other financial aid? Unfortunately, expats are generally not eligible for in-state tuition as this is tied to where the student and their parents have resided in the time leading up to the college application. Dollars using the exchange rate published by the Federal Reserve.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

100 to 300 words) Describe the unique qualities that attract you to the specific undergraduate College or School (including preferred admission and dual degree programs) to which you are applying at the University of Michigan. The University of Michigan (UMich) asks for two supplemental essays, alongside the Common App personal statement.

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ACM College Consulting

JULY 4, 2024

Make it stand out You have a unique story to tell. Highlight your international experience in your application. Despite speaking the language and being a citizen, applying to US colleges may seem overwhelming to expat students. Can Expat students get in-state tuition and other financial aid? Stay tuned for these posts: 1.

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ACM College Consulting

JULY 22, 2024

As one of the nation’s top public research universities GA Tech offers more than 39 majors within their six colleges of Computing, Design, Engineering, Sciences, Liberal Arts, and Business. 29% of undergrads are out-of-state students, 10% international, and 61% from GA. All awarded degrees are Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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Brand College Consulting

JANUARY 1, 2023

While most seniors are happily done (or almost happily done) with completing and submitting their college applications, now it’s time for juniors to get engaged. Remember that financial aid can bring the cost of a college down, so don’t only look at the Sticker Price, but consider financial aid options as well. Start talking!

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Admissions Mom

AUGUST 14, 2024

Thanks for reading. —– Content warning: discussion of traumatic subjects: suicide, sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm There is always a debate about what topics should be avoided at all cost on college essays. BUT, in our view, ruling out all essays that deal with trauma is wrong for two big reasons. It’s a subject we both care about.

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Discovery College Consulting

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Many legal experts, higher education professionals, and journalists expect that the Court will rule in favor of SFFA, thus overturning more than 40 years of legal precedent that has allowed the use of race in college admissions. There is a great deal of speculation that colleges will abandon the use of legacy admissions as well.

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Discovery College Consulting

JANUARY 10, 2024

If you applied early action or early decision and received a deferral, this means the college is going to review your application again under regular decision and will make a final decision during that round. Before demonstrating interest, find out what, if anything, the college requires you to do. The post Deferred?

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Admissions Mom

AUGUST 17, 2023

We (your dynamic college-co nsultant duo) took up pens together to write what we believe is the first collaborative advice post in the sub’s history. BUT, in our view, ruling out all essays that deal with trauma is wrong for two big reasons. The short-list always boils down to a familiar crew of traumatic or “difficult” subjects.

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ACM College Consulting

MAY 3, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of college admissions, one question continues to perplex students, parents AND counselors: Should students take the SAT? Last summer, more than 1900 colleges were test optional, test-free or test-blind. So, should students still take a test?

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Discovery College Consulting

JANUARY 11, 2023

This is my third in a series of blog posts on the increasing cost of college in the United States. In the first post , I offered several reasons why college is so expensive. In this post, I will explore a new trend of colleges lowering their tuition. balked at the sticker price, and did not investigate further.”

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Discovery College Consulting

MARCH 5, 2024

In the last several years, grade inflation has run rampant at high schools and colleges, making distinguishing between applicants more difficult than ever for college and graduate school admissions offices. So, how can students stand out in the admissions process? to 3.38, but average SAT scores fell from 1026 to 1002.

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ACM College Consulting

MARCH 13, 2024

If you are planning on or even considering attending college in Florida, you need to know this information and the earlier, the better. 31 after senior year Image from Bright Futures Handbook The FAS scholarship is the highest level available to students and covers 100% of tuition and applicable fees at Florida public institutions.

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Humbach Education Consulting

OCTOBER 23, 2023

"The Common Application, often referred to as The Common App is an online platform that facilitates the college application process for students." It serves as a centralized application system, allowing students to apply to multiple participating colleges using a single application.

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ACM College Consulting

JULY 10, 2024

Short Answer: not international, but out-of-state You are typically NOT considered an international applicant if you have American citizenship, regardless of whether or not you are attending a high school in the US. You would be considered out-of-state for tuition and application purposes, but not international.

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HelloCollege

AUGUST 2, 2024

The college applications are a huge milestone for high school students and their families. With so much at stake, many families consider hiring a college counselor to guide them through the many moving parts of college admissions. But are college counselors worth it? Why Do People Hire Private College Counselors?

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 23, 2023

By submitting a strong and compelling application and meeting the minimum admission requirements, students can increase their chances of being admitted to this prestigious university. To pass the admission, you will need to follow their application process and meet their admission requirements. Why choose the University of Florida?

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Elite Open School

JANUARY 20, 2021

Earlier this week, the College Board announced some major changes to their suite of college application tests. SAT Subject Tests will no longer be offered On January 19, the College Board officially announced that they would no longer offer SAT Subject Tests. Will colleges accept SAT Subject Test and SAT Essay scores?

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The College Solutions Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2021

In my last college blog post, I wrote about the pros and cons of applying to college early decision. Here is more to consider before you apply early decision or early action to college: 1. A growing number of schools offer a second ED round with the application deadline often on January 1. Bates Colleges.

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ACM College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Until 2022, the SRAR and SSAR were two different forms with the SSAR only used by FL colleges and the SRAR by others. They have merged and are the SAME THING although colleges still refer to them using the two different names. They have merged and are the SAME THING although colleges still refer to them using the two different names.

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College Essay Guy

JULY 6, 2023

Most high school students attend a school where each counselor has dozens or even hundreds of students they need to help apply to college. A college admissions counselor can potentially help in these situations. Actually, let’s start with that: TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) Are College Admissions Counselors Worth It?

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College Essay Guy

JULY 6, 2023

Most high school students attend a school where each counselor has dozens or even hundreds of students they need to help apply to college. A college admissions counselor can potentially help in these situations. Actually, let’s start with that: TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) Are College Admissions Counselors Worth It?

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Strategic College Consulting

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Road that says success in the asphalt We’ve been in the college planning and admissions business for about 25 years now, and we are so passionate about helping students with their educational goals and helping them earn acceptances to great colleges, year after year. Now what does a growth mindset mean for students ?

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HelloCollege

AUGUST 16, 2024

Deciding where to attend college is a major life decision, and with thousands of colleges out there and a seemingly endless number of application tasks, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where a college admissions counselor can make a difference. What do you want out of the process?

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The College Solutions Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2022

From Applying early decision to college is often a highly effective way to increase the odds of getting accepted at many colleges that offer this admission option. At plenty of colleges, applying early action can also boost admission odds. The deadline for early decision applications can be November 15 or even earlier.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 30, 2023

Students at the Oxford School of Medicine have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including world-class research centers and teaching hospitals. Applicants are also required to submit a personal statement and letters of recommendation and attend an interview. How hard is it to get into Oxford medical school?

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 25, 2023

Facts About NYU Facts About NYU Certain facts about NYU support its very good reputation, both in the United States and internationally. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings, NYU is ranked #25 in the National Universities category, making it one of the top universities in the country.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 23, 2023

The central campus is laid out in a grid pattern, which makes it easy to find your way around. The residential colleges: Yale has 14 residential colleges, each with its own unique architecture, traditions, and community. Visitors can explore the college courtyards, dining halls, and other spaces.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2023

These colleges and universities offer rigorous programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities to work with leading experts in the field. This is one of the first subjects to tackle in environmental engineering colleges as climate change is a very relevant and timely issue. What is Environmental Engineering?

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 17, 2023

In fact, the admissions rate for the University of Michigan is only 18%, and that includes in state. Additionally, we have some thoughts on what you should do next and in the run-up to your next round of applications. First, get out your college list. It’s a lot harder now than it was a generation ago.

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The College Solutions Blog

MARCH 4, 2022

TuitionFit: A clever way to find better college offers. A valuable tool exists that can help parents and teenagers decide whether individual awards are the best possible and, if desired, quickly recalibrate their college search for better financial fits. Check out the recording of my webinar below: How TuitionFit Works.

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ACM College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

It is used as a substitute for official transcripts during the initial college application review process at several schools in Florida including University of Florida, Florida State University, Florida Atlantic University, University of North Florida, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida Polytechnic University and The New College.

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