Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 2, 2025

For many students, later college application deadlines can offer a second chance and even more opportunities for success. If youve had a change of heart about where you want to attend school or if you didnt get into your top choice in an earlier application cycle, late deadlines give you the flexibility to reevaluate your college list.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

applicants, all of which are ranked highly on the international stage. C ollege Private Counseling Develop an organized and effective application strategy that leverages your academic and extracurricular experience to stand out. Applicants appeared first on Top Tier Admissions.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The early admissions landscape for the 20242025 application cycle has been marked by notable shifts in applicant behavior, evolving institutional priorities, and regional dynamics. EARLY COLLEGE APPLICATION TRENDS: CLASS OF 2029 Record-High Applicant Numbers Signal Increased Competition (Yet again!)

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ACM College Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

High school juniors are at a pivotal stage in the college application process. Engage in Extracurriculars Colleges want to see students who are involved outside of the classroom. Build Strong Relationships with Teachers Letters of recommendation will most likely be a necessary part of your application.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

When it comes to your college applications, one big question is: how many extracurriculars should I have to stand out without overloading my plate? Think of extracurriculars like toppings on a pizza. Let’s break down how many extracurriculars you should really have, what counts, and how to make yours stand out.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 6, 2023

As the last few college offers trickle in it’s time to take a step back and consider what we can glean from the wins and rejections our students have received in the 2022/23 application cycle and the messages being received from different quarters of the college application universe. The future of standardised tests.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 18, 2025

In fact, we consider junior year to be the last big opportunity to make major improvements to your portfolio, resume, and transcript before sending out applications. Pinpointing your passions and crafting a vision for your future, along with really knowing what you want to do in college, is critical during the prep and application process.

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The Koppelman Group

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

If you're dreaming of exploring the depths of the human mind, you're in great companypsychology is a hugely popular and fiercely competitive field for college applicants. You'll need to take some strategic steps to make sure your application shines among all the other aspiring psych students. Why do I need a niche?

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 7, 2025

The University of Southern Californias Marshall School of Business has announced an Early Decision (ED) option for first-year applicants to its undergraduate business and accounting programs. Financial Aid & Scholarships: All ED applicants will be considered for USCs need-based financial aid and merit scholarships.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

What does Harvard look for in an applicant? The answer includes strong academics, compelling extracurriculars, and an authentic story that showcases your unique strengths. Lets dive into the key aspects of building a successful Harvard application. Instead, they look at everything that makes you unique.

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The Koppelman Group

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

As you may know (or if you dont, just trust us on this one), political science is one of the most popular and, therefore, one of the most competitive prospective majors for college applicants. Whether youre looking to become a future senator or lawyer or lobbyist, your first step is building an amazing college application.

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Admissions officers mark each individual factor (grades, test scores, essays, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, etc.) The Importance of Your High School Transcript in College Admissions The number one most important element of your college application is your transcript.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2025

But what does Cornell look for in an applicant, exactly? So, lets break down what Cornell looks for in an applicant. What Does Cornell Look for in an Applicant? How to Boost Your Chances of Getting into Cornell Cornell Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Does Cornell Look for in an Applicant?

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Admissions Mom

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Every year, I receive tons of questions about how many extracurricular activities are necessary and whether a kids chances will be hurt because they havent performed at Carnegie Hall, been speaking Mandarin since they were five, or cured cancer. Its an important part of your application. If so, yes, it can be good for your application.

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Discovery College Consulting

JANUARY 7, 2025

At Discovery College Consulting, we aim to give our students significant control over the college search and application process. Common research topics include majors of interest, study abroad programs, housing options, extracurricular activities, etc. If we think a college they requested should not be included (i.e.,

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 22, 2025

Getting into an Ivy League school is about setting yourself apart in a pool of equally accomplished applicants. Lets take a closer look at how you can meet (and exceed) their expectationsfrom academics to extracurriculars, essays, and beyondto build a strong profile and maximize your chances of acceptance. Academics always come first.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 15, 2025

Holistic admissions policies are very common nowadays, with colleges considering different factors, such as essays, extracurriculars, and test scores. A lower GPA can negatively affect your college applications by signaling to admissions officers potential challenges with meeting the academic rigor of their institution.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Applying to college and going through the college application timeline is excruciatingly overwhelming, especially if you don’t have someone like a parent or older sibling who’s been through it to guide you. Curious if you’re keeping up with everything you need to do for college applications during senior year?

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Berkeley² Academy

JANUARY 31, 2025

You want your responses to make a lasting impression and highlight qualities and experiences that cannot be found elsewhere in your application materials (avoid repeating information you submitted with your original application). Like many schools, MIT requires a Midyear Grade Report.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This could be related to an extracurricular activity, work, volunteering, an academic activity, family responsibility, or any other non-classroom activity. 100-250 words) Prompt 2(optional) Do you have any employment or family obligations that limit your participation in extracurricular activities? If so, please describe.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

It gives you a sense of just how competitive the process is and helps you set realistic goals for your application. For the Class of 2028 , the university received a record-breaking 65,235 applications and accepted only 3,508 students. Historically, ED applicants have a better shot because it’s a smaller, more committed pool.

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The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 3, 2024

You may feel anxious about applying ED2, especially if you have a lot of RD applications out right now. It maximizes your chances, especially at a school like Northeastern that accepts so much of their incoming class from their early applications. Check out the extracurriculars they offer and pick a few you’d want to join.

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Berkeley² Academy

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Between August and December of 2024, UT Austin received a record-breaking 90,562 applications for the fall 2025 semester, a 24.3% Today, we will provide an overview of the application process as well as tips for successful transfer admission. Keep these three tips in mind to build the strongest transfer application possible! #1:

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The Koppelman Group

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Niches and Their Impact Having a niche is crucial for getting into top-tier colleges because it allows you to specialize and stand out among other applicants. Specializing in a niche can significantly boost your chances when admissions counselors review your application. Lets dive into why this focus is so crucial.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 11, 2025

But before you hit send on your application, youre probably wondering, whats the UC Davis acceptance rate? For the Class of 2028 , UC Davis received 98,861 applications from first-time, first-year, degree-seeking students. UC Davis accepts a solid number of applicants, so dont get discouraged. Thats awesome! 2027 109,350 41.9%

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

You already know that summer and extracurricular activities are a great way to explore your interests, challenge yourself, and maybe even strengthen your college application along the way. Download a Printable Version of the Values List CEGS Epic List of Summer and extracurricular Ideas Organized by Values Thats right.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

JANUARY 13, 2025

If you applied by a mid-October or early-November deadline, we know that by late January youve had updates to your academic, extracurricular, and personal records. We would like to have more information about the current years full applicant pool. Will those later applicants have stronger academic records? What should you do?

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Application Boot Camp Need strategic guidance from start to finish? Try Application Boot Camp. College admissions officers rely on student essays to understand applicants beyond their grades and test scores. ENROLL NOW Writing is key to success in college admissions and beyond.

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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 these are all important components of an applicants profile, you might still wonder: What do admissions committees really look for when evaluating a candidate?

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 1, 2025

For the Class of 2028 , UChicago received 43,612 applications and admitted only 1,955 students. Now, while UChicago doesnt release exact acceptance rates for Early Action (EA), Early Decision (ED I and II), or Regular Decision (RD), theres a trend you can count on: early applicants tend to have slightly better odds. 2027 38,631 4.8%

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 28, 2025

Colleges, especially the top ones in the US , really value your commitment and active involvement in extracurricular activities. Let’s go through everything you need to know about the Thespian Society so you can decide if it’s the perfect high school extracurricular for you. What Is the International Thespian Society?

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 20, 2025

Out of tens of thousands of applicants each year, only about 3%4% make the cut. for the Class of 2027 , youll be competing against thousands of applicants with exceptional grades and impressive accomplishments. Many applicants wonder why the process is so tough, and the answer lies in how hard it is to get into Stanford.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 8, 2025

It is becoming even more important for students to show a commitment to their academic interests as part of their extracurricular activities. Now is the time for students to consider both their extracurricular activities and their summer plans to use their time to pursue their interests. Read the article here. 45% of the U.S.

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HelloCollege

JANUARY 2, 2025

Highlighting research projects on applications can make students stand out, showcasing their ability to tackle complex challenges and contribute meaningfully to their chosen fields of study. The application process is competitive, requiring strong academic records and a demonstrated interest in science and technology.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The regular decision acceptance rate was 3.8%, slightly higher than recent years due to a smaller applicant pool. Applicants to the Class of 2029 will need to submit an SAT or ACT score although there are some exceptions for those unable to take these exams. The Class of 2028 had a 5.16% overall acceptance rate.

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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. How do you get a full-ride scholarship?

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 20, 2025

9 th grade is an exciting time as hopefully you have made a smooth transition to high school and found a comfortable balance between your academics, extracurriculars, and social life. As you move along in high school, continue with those extracurricular interests that engage you and give you a sense of accomplishment. Enjoy Yourself!

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