The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 13, 2024

It goes without saying that you’ll need a stellar academic track record, a history of top-tier extracurricular involvement, and credible recommendations that speak to your character and personal qualities to gain admission here, but those aren’t the only categories taken into consideration. We wish we were joking.)

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StandOut College Prep

MARCH 31, 2023

We’ll discuss various ways to demonstrate your interest, such as attending virtual events, contacting current students, and submitting a thoughtful application. Key Takeaways Demonstrated interest shows colleges you're serious and have done your research. This can be done through scheduled visits or by attending college fairs.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

MAY 10, 2021

Demonstrated interest is a student showing enthusiasm and interest for a particular college in different areas during the application process. What demonstrated interest isn’t: Having to wear the college sweatshirt on the tour! Do colleges care about demonstrated interest? Stop by the college booth at a college fair.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 22, 2023

Once students have identified the schools they are interested in applying to, they should begin preparing their application materials. These additional essays are an opportunity to demonstrate your interest in the school and highlight specific aspects of the academic or extracurricular programs that appeal to you.

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 11, 2024

The simple answer is, they look at all of them (at least all of your high school grades… click here to learn about how middle school grades factor in college applications ). But, while colleges do look at all of your grades, not every grade is created equal from an application standpoint.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 26, 2022

As more families turn to private counselors for advice on application strategies and essays, we often hear students asking us if they still need to develop a relationship with their high school counselor at school for the purpose of college admissions. Communication with College Admissions Officers. Application Review Program.

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Pomona tells us that they defer around 10-15% of their ED applicants, so if you’ve been deferred, you’re in a rare group! We’ve had great success with deferred students, whether it’s getting into their ED school during RD or finding an even better fit through ED2 or RD applications. And we have good news: you still have a shot.

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StandOut College Prep

MARCH 9, 2023

Also necessary, build relationships with the admissions officer who will be reading your application. Admissions officers review incoming and transfer student applications to determine who will be accepted and denied admission. Review Applications Admissions officers review applications in a thorough and holistic manner.

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Marks Education

APRIL 12, 2023

Attend virtual tours: Take advantage of any remote opportunities through the Admissions Office (check any college’s Admissions Office website to learn about what they offer): virtual tours, Q & A sessions. Many colleges keep track of potential applicants who sign up. Are you interested in a certain extracurricular activity?

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The Koppelman Group

JUNE 27, 2024

Vanderbilt has become so popular with students that the number of applications to the college has skyrocketed, as has the yield rate. As a result, applicants really need to treat Vanderbilt like an Ivy. So, in this post, we’ll break down what you need to know about planning your summers with a Vanderbilt application in mind.

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 13, 2024

When determining whether a school is a reach, target, or safety , consider things like acceptance rates, how your stats stack up against their middle 50% data, and the strength of your courses and extracurriculars. Plus, we’ve seen some pretty amazing results with ED2 and RD applications, too. Up next: your final appeal to BU.

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Niche

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Pairing that with the finding that only 10% of students called it a preferred research method indicates that virtual events may be more beneficial as engaging ways to build yield and reduce melt rather than for inquiry and application generation. 46% of students have attended a college fair.

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CTK College Coach

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Although test scores are optional for athletic eligibility, colleges vary in what they want to see and when for athletes Students in these categories may begin test prep as early as the middle of sophomore year and test beginning in the summer before junior year. Public colleges in California are permanently test blind.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

APRIL 28, 2023

and “Can you elaborate more on your favorite extracurricular?” The good news is that the skills and rhythms you developed while writing your personal statement remain applicable for your supplemental essays. Could your child use extra help to submit amazing college applications? and “What’s your favorite snack?”

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Admissions Mom

JUNE 22, 2023

ACTIVITIES: I love what MIT Admissions Says: “Some students feel so much pressure to get into the “right” college that they want to make sure they do everything right—down to their extracurricular activities. Either way, the test for any extracurricular should be whether it makes you happy—whether it feels right for you.

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 30, 2023

TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) Why have application numbers skyrocketed at many colleges? Frequently asked questions about the college application process How have colleges responded to the growth in application numbers? How are colleges influenced by their history and mission?

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HelloCollege

OCTOBER 31, 2024

With thousands of students vying for a limited number of spots at prestigious institutions, it’s necessary to understand what sets applicants apart. Knowing the most important factors in college admissions can make a significant difference in your application.

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