Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In the college application process, there are a lot of pieces you will likely start and finish within your senior year—writing essays, gathering documents, synthesizing your resume of activities—these are just a few. We are considering the whole pie, which is made up of many parts, when we read your application. Welcome, Danielle!

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

With Early Decision deadlines in the rearview mirror, seniors are now turning their attention to their next round of applications. For some students, that means regular-round applications for schools like Wake Forest and Emory , which require all students interested in merit scholarships to submit their applications by November 15 th.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 20, 2025

When planning for the college application process, we often focus on the parts of the application you create: your essays, your extracurricular activities, your award-winning projects, etc. KEY RELATIONSHIPS THAT CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR COLLEGE APPLICATION How can you foster those relationships? Weve got you covered!

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 21, 2025

Teenagers with dyslexia face unique challenges during the college application process on top of the usual stress of essays, deadlines, and standardized tests, theyre also navigating reading and writing difficulties that can make the process feel overwhelming. Why Hire an Independent Counselor? Whats the Process?

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 24, 2025

In fact, a study by the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence found that high school students reported feeling nervous 59.5% of the time while at school. In this guide, well go over common interview questions for high school students, provide sample answers, and share expert tips to help you feel confident and ready.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 17, 2024

High school is the perfect time to start thinking about your future. For most students, taking high school seriously is driven by the goal of getting into Ivy League schools or other top universities in the country. Freshman year When you start your freshman year, youre stepping into high school with a clean slate.

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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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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 7, 2025

Before we get into exactly why ADHD students can benefit from college counseling outside of school, lets talk about why having an independent counselor in your corner is beneficial for every student. High schools, even private ones with college counseling departments, are overworked and swamped with students.

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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

MARCH 17, 2025

Teenagers with OCD face significant challenges during the college application process; the anxiety and rumination over the process itself are tacked onto the intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and obsessions they already have to deal with on a daily basis. Crafting that kind of application requires time, strategy, and careful planning.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 10, 2025

No extracurricular activity is “bad,” but some definitely catch the eye of college admissions teams more than others. Getting involved in extracurricular activities can seriously boost your chances of getting into college. 4 Tiers of Extracurricular Activities Do Tier 1 Extracurriculars Guarantee You a Spot?

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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.) Certainly, it’s nice to be a great center fielder, to have led your Model UN team to a regional title, or to be the lead in your high school musical.

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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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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 15, 2025

Students with depression need a safe, structured place to get help through the college application process. And heres something to think about: Many of the students who seem to breeze through high school with top grades and impressive college acceptances? But, thats where we come in. Why Hire an Independent Counselor?

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 28, 2025

Here’s a comprehensive overview of key milestones and focus areas for each year of high school, including senior year. 9th Grade: Building the Foundation Freshman year focuses on making a successful transition to high school while laying groundwork for college preparation. Consider summer retakes if needed.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 12, 2025

When students feel calm and safe, theyre able to navigate the college preparation and application process with ease. No matter how dedicated high school counselors are, they often manage large caseloads and typically dont get deeply involved until second semester junior year. Many of them are working with private counselors.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 18, 2025

We usually talk to students about their future goals in their sophomore year of high school, but dont worry if youre already in 11th grade. 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. Now, lets be clear.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 18, 2025

Their real involvement usually starts in senior year, focusing on essays and logistics rather than shaping a students academic and extracurricular profile early on. Thats where a private counselor makes all the difference: helping students make strategic choices as early as freshman year to build a strong, well-rounded application.

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Dr. Paul Lowe – Admissions Expert

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

School counselors at public schools spend 26% (at private schools: 51%) of their time on post-secondary (college admissions) counseling. In many cases, overworked and overwhelmed high school counselors simply have too many students to give individual attention needed in the competitive admissions environment.

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University Gurus

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Getting hands-on research experience in high school can transform your academic journey and college applications. Why Should High School Students Reach Out to Professors? The benefits of working with college professors during high school extend far beyond adding a line to your college applications.

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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

MARCH 13, 2025

Youre a high school senior, and you havent done an internship yet. If it is already past the college application deadlines, it is certainly still worth getting an internship to deepen into your interests before college it just wont help you get into college. What makes a strong internship? Like, whats the point? Learn More.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 5, 2025

These feelings can impact a students self-confidence and make it hard for them to manage a complicated process like college prep and applications. Even at elite private schools, high school counselors are often overloaded, working with dozens of students. Why Hire an Independent Counselor? Thats where we come in.

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HelloCollege

MARCH 27, 2025

History competitions for high school students are a great way to dive deeper into your passion for the past. In this article, well highlight some of the top history competitions for high school students, explain why these contests are worth your time, and offer tips for how to make the most of them.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Prompt 1 (required) Please provide more details on your most meaningful commitment outside of the classroom while in high school and explain why it was meaningful. This could be related to an extracurricular activity, work, volunteering, an academic activity, family responsibility, or any other non-classroom activity.

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Discovery College Consulting

JANUARY 7, 2025

In their op-ed, Anderson and Winthrop, authors of The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better , argued, Many recent graduates arent able to set targets, take initiative, figure things out and deal with setbacks because in school and at home they were too rarely afforded any agency.

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 29, 2024

As such, English programs at top-tier universities receive a flood of applications each year. Popular majors equal competitive majors, so you need to make your application shine to stand out from the crowd. By focusing in on something specific, you can showcase your expertise and passion, making your application truly stand out.

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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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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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AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2025

Getting into Cornell , an Ivy League school, is no walk in the park. 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? Make sure you give them the attention they deserve: Rigor of secondary school record.

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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.

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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? Academic achievement/Merit-based Academic or merit-based scholarships are awarded based on high academic achievement. So how exactly do you get a full-ride scholarship? How do you get a full-ride scholarship?

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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.

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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. That’s why we suggest starting with a simple to-do list during your junior year of high school. A good starting point?

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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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Great College Advice

JANUARY 20, 2025

We hope your first semester of high school was a smashing success! Although college is a long way off, your freshman year of high school is a great time to begin laying the foundation that will help you with the college admissions process in the years to come. You may be surprised what new pursuits grab your attention.

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