Grown & Flown

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

There are more than 200 liberal arts colleges in the United States , and size and location have long been a challenge for all but the most elite among them. The top four reasons that small, rural liberal arts colleges merit attention Reasons for students and families to seek out small, rural liberal arts colleges are manifold.

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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. This decision will be communicated to applicants by January 15.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 1, 2025

Law school applications to nearly 200 law schools nationwide are up 20.5% And yet, 2025 is about to blow those numbers out of the water. And yet, 2025 is about to blow those numbers out of the water. Grad School Analysis & Guidance Craft your graduate school strategy and sharpen your applications and essays.

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Grown & Flown

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

After visiting one school, she realized that nearly 80% of students were from out of state, which made her rethink what kind of balance she wanted. We added a row to our comparison table tracking in-state vs. out-of-state student ratios. AI would be the answer to creating an organized and personalized college list.

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Discovery College Consulting

JANUARY 14, 2025

Many colleges, especially the most selective ones, have reported record numbers of applications year after year. But since most of these schools have not increased the size of their freshman class, more applications have resulted in more denials and higher selectivity. Last spring, Forbes reported that as of March 1, 2024, more than 1.3

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Out-of-State Early Action decisions will be released at 4 pm EST today, so here are some details about the overall EA applicant and admitted groups. Again, todays decisions are only for Out-of-State applicants, and the data below is for the entire admitted EA group (In and Out of State).

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Grown & Flown

APRIL 9, 2025

Life is decidedly unfair.Five years ago, your child (and you!) faced the social and educational upheavals of the pandemic.Now those college-bound students confront a higher education landscape thrown into uncertainty by actions of a new federal administration. Students may feel unsettled and wonder what their college experience will look like.

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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. to receive financial aid.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

By providing prospective students and families with engaging, informative online interactions, institutions can level the playing field for all applicants, irrespective of their background or financial situation. For families, in-person visits are about alleviating concerns and assessing a sense of community.

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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 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. Yes, I said nothing.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 22, 2025

Tens of thousands of top students apply each yearso what does it take to stand out? 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? With recent Ivy acceptance rates of as low as 3.6% So, why 4.0?

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Swarthmore prioritizes applicants who prioritize them, and a high percentage of accepted first-years are accepted in the Early Decision rounds. as it has been done, but usually there are extenuating circumstances that don’t apply to most applicants. We can help you craft your ideal college application strategy. Maybe, maybe not.

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StandOut College Prep

JANUARY 10, 2025

Be sure to reach out to the sponsor or check sponsor websites for the most recent details. or higher, who lives in one of 25 states including North Carolina, and who is a member of the Future Farmers of America. or higher, who lives in one of 25 states including North Carolina, and who is a member of the Future Farmers of America.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 8, 2025

Several colleges, including Brown, MIT, Stanford, Cornell (for students applying next year), and UT Austin are requiring standardized test scores from applicants. Applicants should be sure to submit these or request interviews to give the college a chance to learn more information about them. Read the release here. 45% of the U.S.

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Ruffaloni

JANUARY 20, 2025

This means: Creating a streamlined, user-friendly application process Building intuitive websites that guide rather than confuse Offering clear, step-by-step roadmaps to enrollment Providing personalized application support based on each student’s background and needs 2. But what’s going on here?

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 30, 2023

On June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled against Harvard University and the University of North Carolina in twin cases brought by Students for Fair Admissions, ruling that the decades-long policy of race-conscious admissions in American higher education was unconstitutional. What Does the Fair Admissions Decision Say?

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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. Provide Evidence Now comes the research phase.

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College Essay Guy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Which means that, if you receive one, you can potentially attend school without paying a dime out of pocket. That depends on factors like your academic achievements, athletic skills, financial need, or even state residency. So how exactly do you get a full-ride scholarship? But there are ways to maximize your chances of receiving one.

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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

College/University Terms: Accelerated Degree Programs: An accelerated degree program reduces the amount of time it takes to obtain an undergraduate degree by at least one year. Most accelerated degree programs allow a student to obtain a bachelor’s degree in three years or less. Colleges typically do not have graduate students.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 10, 2025

What really stands out are the activities that are less common and show how deeply committed or successful you are in your chosen pursuit. Showing leadership, taking initiative, and staying committed are what stand out the most. Getting involved in extracurricular activities can seriously boost your chances of getting into college.

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The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In this post, we’re going to break down how to write a strong Early Decision II application to Harvey Mudd, but first let’s talk about why one should apply ED II at all. The hitch is that you have to already be a strong applicant to the college or university. At some schools, this can double your chances of acceptance. So, let’s do it.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Speaking of, if any of the above categories might fit you, please check out and bookmark our FG/LI Resource Center , which offers guidance for students who may not have as much support/guidance as others in the application process.) Looking at pictures of the ocean isn’t the same as dipping your toes in it. Enter fly-in programs!

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CTK College Coach

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

What do different application deadlines mean? One major factor driving this is the continuing trend of increased applicants (and an increased number of applications submitted per student). The total volume of college applications submitted by November 1st in 2024 (early action or early decision) was up a whopping 10% from 2023.

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 6, 2023

That requires great creative work that really stands out from all the other marketing messages that students see—and it’s what the RNL creative team does with each campaign they undertake for colleges and universities. We would like to spotlight these five campaigns and share the strategy behind these award-winning efforts.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Tuition at community colleges is significantly lower than what you’d pay at four-year universities, often with reduced rates for in-state students. Are you a high school student unsure about which colleges to apply to, or maybe an adult thinking about going back to school? from fall 2022. What Is a Community College All About?

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

You will need to sign a binding agreement that states that if accepted, you will attend NYU in the fall. TLDR: ED exchanges your promise to go there with a higher likelihood of getting in (if you are a strong candidate… yes, you still have to be an NYU caliber applicant.) But it's a valuable tool. This is a very competitive rate.

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HelloCollege

JANUARY 9, 2025

After the already stressful application process, this news might put you in a state of further uncertainty. Continue reading our guide to learn more about the differences between being deferred and being waitlisted, how to strategize your new steps, and how HelloCollege can be a valuable resource in your college application journey.

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Admissions Village

APRIL 25, 2023

Part 3: This Process Is Opaque In the first part of this series, we discussed the role that the rise of test-optional (it is now optional to submit standardized test scores, SAT or ACT, at most colleges) has played in opening up the applicant pool to highly selective colleges. What can we say about test-optional admissions policies today?

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Admissions Village

MARCH 26, 2023

Today we are going to say that after you have done all of those things, studied hard in rigorous courses, participated in activities you felt 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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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

This guide is here to help you find the best online extracurriculars and make the most of them in your Ivy League application. Here are some examples of the best types of online activities that you could include on your application: 1. Competitions and academic Olympiads Online competitions can be a fantastic way to stand out.

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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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Ruffaloni

JANUARY 20, 2025

The right channel mix is crucial to reaching the right audience, maximizing visibility, and efficiently converting interest into applications. In todays digital-first world, higher education institutions are increasingly turning to digital marketing to educate, engage, enroll, and retain students.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Then, out of nowhere, you get a notification that turns your world upside down. Did you know Cornell University spells out its admission revocation policy right on its website under the APPLY tab? If you’re considering applying, it’s a smart move to check it out as part of your pre-application research.

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Grades and Course Rigor Matter the Most in College Admissions The most recent National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) State of College Admission Report updated its four-year college members’ survey of the Factors in the Admission Decision. Although anecdotes can help, sometimes the data can tell the story for you.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 30, 2023

What makes Simons stand out from other STEM research summer programmes is that Simons Fellows (accepted students) can choose to identify a member of faculty who is conducting research into an area they are interested in and ask them to act as their mentor for the duration of the program.

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Tex Admissions

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Im understandably receiving many questions about UT-Austins new opt-in waitlist for Fall 2025 first-time freshmen applicants. It also appeals they will allow for Waitlist opt-ins for Fall 2025 external transfer applicants. Do not pay anyone to assist you with these essays - unscrupulous services prey on peoples grief.

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