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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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) received a record-breaking surge in applications for the Fall 2025 term. Applications for freshman admission increased 24.3% this year, for a staggering total of 90,562 applications. These numbers speak to UT Austins (and southern schools in general) rising popularity among students.

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ACM College Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

High school juniors are at a pivotal stage in the college application process. Prepare for Standardized Tests If you plan to take the SAT or ACT, start preparing now. Plan to take the test at least twice this spring and summer to meet fall deadlines. Create a Timeline : Plan out your tasks for the next year.

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Schools like to admit people who are good at school. 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. The point is this: grades are the measure of your work in school.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 20, 2024

Test-flexible? Test-blind? Test-neutral? Test-recommended? Test-aware? While many universities have announced post-pandemic admissions policies that re-instate mandatory standardized test scores, there is still no consensus. SAT Tutoring Expert one-on-one guidance to boost your score.

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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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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 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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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 18, 2025

For those living in Georgia, online high schools give you flexibility, allow you to learn at your own pace, and offer a variety of courses that might not be available at regular schools. But what exactly is online high school, and how is it better than a traditional, brick-and-mortar public or private school?

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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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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

What does Harvard look for in an applicant? Lets dive into the key aspects of building a successful Harvard application. Once you hit submit, youll gain access to Harvards application portal, where you can monitor your materials and even update your application if necessary. Essays This is your chance to stand out.

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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

Admissions/Application Language*: Acceptance/Admission: An offer of admission to a college for its incoming class. Admissions Decision: The outcome determined by a college's admissions committee regarding a student's application. Admission Rate: The proportion of the pool of applicants that is admitted to the college.

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 18, 2025

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. By working one-on-one with students, we help them craft a compelling, unique application that stands out. The outcome? Whats the Process?

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 8, 2025

Standardized testing is becoming more important for students applying to selective colleges. Several colleges, including Brown, MIT, Stanford, Cornell (for students applying next year), and UT Austin are requiring standardized test scores from applicants. Read the release here. Read the article here.

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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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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 18, 2025

THE RISE OF THE HIGH SCHOOL GPA Colleges can easily notice school-specific grade inflation by looking at the schools yearly college profile. Many schools provide the colleges with a breakdown of GPAs or a grade distribution chart, like the ones below. Colleges now expect high classroom performance.

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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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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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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

What interferes with students completing a college application? The college application process is a pivotal and often overwhelming experience for high school students. Finding the right fit (finding the right school). Here are some of our favorite application completion assistance strategies.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 14, 2025

Unlock Students Potential: Introducing Our New Classic Learning Test Prep (CLT Prep)getting them closer to a score highlighting their college admissions strengths. What is the CLT Test? Were confident in their ability to shine brightly through this standardized test with adequate preparation. What Will Students Learn?

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

MARCH 11, 2024

I often hear stories about students who get A’s in high school and are not admitted to the most selective colleges. high schools in the last few decades. of college freshman reported having a high school GPA of A or A+. Also, students should consider their intended major when choosing high school courses.

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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. What Application Essays Do Ivy League Schools Look For? What Do Ivy League Schools Look for in Letters of Recommendation? So, what do Ivy Leagues look for? What Do Ivy Leagues Look for in Academics?

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 27, 2023

Fun High School Event Ideas for Lasting Memories What Is the Importance of Creating Memorable High School Events in High School? High school is a critical stage where students develop their identities, discover their passions, and build lifelong friendships.

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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 8, 2025

As colleges and application portals begin releasing data, we can use this information to better prepare future applicants. Today, well identify some of the most relevant trends for rising seniors and other high school students. In the 2024-25 application cycle, 1.3 In the 2024-25 application cycle, 1.3

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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

The university received 10,512 applications and accepted 3091 students. Acceptance GPA The average high school GPA for accepted students at Wake Forest University is more than 3.85. 75% of the accepted students ranked in the top 10% of their high school class. We can help you with your college application process.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

You’re not alone— around 40 to 60% of high school students experience test anxiety, a type of stress that makes it tough to focus and perform well during exams. As a high school student, you’re probably no stranger to big tests like AP exams, the PSAT, or the SAT and ACT.

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 25, 2024

For the Class of 2027, only 1,291 students were admitted from among 26,914 applicants. As one of the last holdouts that forgoes the Common App (alongside Georgetown ), MIT has its own application portal with a tailored set of prompts and application components, ensuring that students apply intentionally. These were: 1.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

That sentiment is partially true: you cant drive without a license, and you cant apply to test-required schools (like Georgia Tech) without testing. Having a license doesnt automatically make you a good driver, and test scores dont define the type of student youll be in a college community.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 15, 2025

A lower GPA can negatively affect your college applications by signaling to admissions officers potential challenges with meeting the academic rigor of their institution. It can make it harder for you to stand out among a pool of highly qualified applicants with higher GPAs. Perform well on standardized tests.

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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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Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

February 5th, Dartmouth has reinstated a requirement for all applicants to have ACT or SAT scores. Both colleges will start their new testing policy with current high school juniors, the university class of 2029. Notable exceptions to this are the UC and Cal State systems, which are test blind.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 24, 2025

Brown received 5,048 early applications and accepted 906 applicants for an acceptance rate of 17.95%, according to the Brown Daily Herald. The number of early applications received fell by over 1,000, likely due to the announcement last year that Brown would once again require applicants to submit standardized test scores.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 25, 2024

Whether you’re a high school junior gearing up for the application process or a sophomore seeking that competitive edge, here are 20 essential things to know about the original Application Boot Camp®. Personal Consultations: Our expert team is here to guide you every step of the way. Focused on the UCs? No problem!

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Peterson's Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2024

There are so many options after high school and Oh, the Places You’ll Go! by Dr. Suess is a classic high school graduation gift to demonstrate the grand adventure that awaits upon tossing your graduation cap. College/University There are benefits to going to college and university after high school.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 7, 2025

Standardized test scores, like the SAT and ACT, determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. Scores grant entry to schools with specific requirements, award scholarships, and determine areas of strengths and weaknesses within a students academic career. What Are the ACT and SAT?

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North Star Admissions Consulting

AUGUST 30, 2024

College Application Tips: #2 – The Common Application Form On November 1st, the majority of early action and early decision college applications are due. For the next nine weeks I will share college application tips that will make the whole process run smoothly. Read last week’s tips about logistics.)

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Admissions Village

MARCH 24, 2024

Today, we are going to say that after you have done those things, studied hard in rigorous courses, participated in activities you feel passionate about, worked to be helpful to others you care about, spent time preparing good applications, studying for, and excelling at your standardized tests, the answer is NOTHING.

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