Marks Education

APRIL 9, 2025

If you apply and are accepted through a direct admit system, you are accepted to the universitys nursing program right out of high school. That process often includes a review of your college transcript, more essays, and sometimes a standardized test related to your prerequisite coursework.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 14, 2025

The CLT, or Classic Learning Test , is a standardized test to gauge academic readiness and abilities for college by examining critical thinking and aptitude. With its popularity, were excited to offer this CLT test prep to Petersons subscribers. Why Petersons for CLT Prep? Reserve their spot in our CLT prep today!

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Not everyone feels confident when it comes to taking tests. 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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Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

I want to thank my colleague Meg Joyce for co-writing this blog post with me. Test scores and test-optional admissions, which have been in the spotlight for several years now, are getting renewed attention as of late. Many colleges have still not decided if they will become permanently test-optional for admissions.

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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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Admissions Village

APRIL 19, 2023

This will be the first blog in a series. This is the first in a series of blogs to try and answer these questions. At the same time, we still have one student awaiting a regular decision from a state flagship with a roughly 80% acceptance rate, and we heard she is not the only one. Part 1 - Let’s Celebrate Progress!

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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. So, should you even be trying to test?

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Military Academy (West Point) Located in West Point, New York, the United States Military Academy—commonly known as West Point —is one of the most prestigious academic institutions in the country. Hoping to attend one of the five US military service academies for your undergraduate education? What is attending a Service Academies like?

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Standardized tests allow schools to compare the skills of students from different academic backgrounds. However, preparing for standardized tests takes time and money, and many applicants' scores are too low to help them. But even those schools typically accept test scores if applicants want to submit them.

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 14, 2024

A Yale University admissions officer, Richard Moll, coined the phrase in 1985 to refer to state universities that offer exceptional educations at a fraction of the Ivy league price for in-state students. and an overall out-of-state acceptance rate of 13%.

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Admissions Village

APRIL 22, 2023

Earlier in this blog, we mentioned many colleges had fewer applicants this year. Not exactly sure what is happening there, except maybe the fact that they pulled out of the US News and World Report rankings had something to do with it. To combat this, students are often applying to more colleges than they used to.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 15, 2024

UT AUSTIN: STANDARDIZED TESTING REQUIRED After four years of test-optional admissions for undergraduate admissions, the University of Texas at Austin will once again require standardized testing scores , beginning with applications for the Fall 2025 semester. News & World Report in 2024. all else equal.”

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 6, 2025

Offering a preference or boost to legacy candidates is, after all, pretty standard at top school in the US. Way back in 2012, the admissions office clearly laid out their position on legacy. Today, MIT even goes out of its way to criticize the way legacy admissions is used by schools of an equal caliber including peer institutions.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 3, 2025

The higher your score, the better your chances of standing out to admissions officers. In this blog, well talk about what a 960 SAT score really means, whether or not you should retake the test, and how you can move forward to reach your college goals. That said, a 960 SAT score can still get you into many great colleges!

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 10, 2024

Ivy League Universities Brown University Admitted 898 students Early Decision out of 6,244 applicants for a 14% admission rate. Brown stated it is focusing on outreach to rural, low income, and first generation students as part of the admissions process. Emory Admitted 865 students out of 2,704 applicants, for a 37% admit rate.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Not sure what it says about us that this is the one program we can all agree on, but that’s not what this blog is about. After all, you are reading this blog. In fact, last year our denied SAT average was over 1400–the top 5% of global test takers. That’s just not how math works. Do I think you are smart? Absolutely!

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Vanderbilt University is one of the most prestigious schools in the United States, but how hard is it to get into Vanderbilt, really? With its rigorous academic standards, competitive acceptance rates, and emphasis on a well-rounded application, it’s no surprise that getting into Vanderbilt is hard. Thinking of applying to Vanderbilt

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 3, 2024

Founded in 1769, it holds the honor of being the ninth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States. Harvard University also recently backtracked from its two-year test-optional commitment and announced it would require standardized test scores. Test scores are a key piece of this puzzle.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 9, 2024

Between shifting admissions policies, flip-flopping on the role of standardized tests ( Harvard , Dartmouth , Cornell , Brown , Yale —we’re looking at you!) The Ivies are making headlines again, but not in a good way.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 19, 2025

Alongside the ACT , this test aims to give colleges a peek at how well you might handle their courses. In this blog, well break down whether a 770 SAT score stacks up, what steps to take next, whether a retake is necessary, and where to apply your results. The higher your score, the better your shot at those dream schools.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

MARCH 6, 2023

Scratch that- if you have never watched Family Feud, you can check it out on ABC, Hulu, download the Feud Live app or view some priceless clips on YouTube. Prospects/Recruitment: In recent years, as an example, many states and regions of the country have been losing population. And what kind of incomplete life have you been living?

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 9, 2024

This application season, we’re watching to see how a few things will play out: the reintroduction of the SAT/ACT requirement at several top schools, the drop in enrollments of Black and Latino students, the California ban on legacy admissions , and the predicted “enrollment cliff.” SAT Tutoring Expert one-on-one guidance to boost your score.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

If youre aiming for this prestigious New Ivy, your application needs to stand out. In this blog, well break down what Carnegie Mellons acceptance rate really means, how it has evolved over time, and what you can do to boost your chances of admission. But dont worry! What Is Carnegie Mellons Acceptance Rate?

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

In this blog, well break down the University of Virginias 2025 rankings and what they mean for you. Youll learn why UVA consistently ranks among the top public universities, what makes it stand out, and how its strong academic reputation can benefit you in college and beyond. Are you thinking about where to apply for college?

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

JANUARY 10, 2023

While it may surprise you based on this blog or our podcast, my goal is always to move as quickly away from the college admission discussion as possible, especially when people start breaking out their daughter’s transcript. I’m still working on my segways to different subjects, and admittedly, some are smoother than others.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 13, 2023

Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! Then, at the end, we’ll use NACAC’s 2019 State of College Admission to sort your priorities according to what is important to colleges. Want more college and testing tips? Summer camp Hanging out with friends Making money: Everyone needs money, right? So little time!

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Many students who’ve just barely survived the wringer of junior year— with AP courses, standardized test prep, and campus visits ramping up college admissions pressure—are already feeling weary. If you’re tempted to round out your college list with these low-effort applications, just know that everyone else is, too.

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 30, 2023

To help you out, we've compiled this blog post on the easiest colleges to get into in the US. Still, if you're looking for a school with a guaranteed admission policy or a good safety school so you can also apply to some of the hardest colleges to get into with less anxiety, you'll find what you need in this blog post.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 8, 2023

One of the liberal arts colleges that seem to proliferate across the north eastern United States Wesleyan is considered to be among the best examples of its type in the country. Unfortunately, the experiment didn’t last and between 1912 and 1970 Wesleyan returned to being an all male environment.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

OCTOBER 9, 2023

For UGA Admissions, early October brings out a wide range of questions about the UGA Early Action process, so here is an FAQ on the most prevalent questions out there at this time. When do my test scores need to be in for Early Action? Should I apply Early Action or Regular Decision? I don’t know. I really don’t.

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 12, 2024

The Greenes highlighted a group of small, private liberal arts colleges mostly clustered in New England called the “ Little Ivies ,” but also include notable schools in the South, Midwest and Western regions of the United States for a total of 63 institutions. However, just 8% of Regular Action students were accepted. acceptance rate.

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Top Tier Admissions

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Yet even with many schools returning to required standardized testing , bans on legacy admissions , and divisive campus protests , you’ll note that the 2025 rankings have stayed relatively stable. its college ranking) against the cost for “an out-of-state student who received the average level of need-based financial aid.”

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 24, 2025

While admissions officers primarily focus on your grades, test scores, and extracurricular activities, poor attendance can indirectly impact your academic performance and teacher recommendations. By the end, youll have a clear understanding of how much attendance really matters and what to prioritize to make your application stand out.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

In this blog, we’ll explore Boston College’s national and global rankings, explore its application process, touch on other notable rankings, and answer frequently asked questions. Some expenses (like tuition and housing) appear on your bill, while others (like books and travel) are out-of-pocket but still factored into your aid.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 20, 2023

More applications to top schools (driven by test-optional policies) and a clear commitment to a diverse incoming class. The statement goes on to state, “Diversity encourages students to question their own assumptions, to test received truths, and to appreciate the complexity of the modern world,” they state.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

A guide to the standardized test that determines National Merit and prepares students for the SAT. If you’re the parent of a high school senior, your child is likely focusing on the ACT or SAT , the standardized tests that are a crucial part of college admissions. What is the PSAT? What’s a good PSAT score?

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In the time it takes you to read this blog post from top to bottom, you could probably apply to at least fifteen no-essay scholarships. In most cases, all you have to do is fill out a simple form with your basic information and click submit. But should you? Going to college is usually expensive. Here we go. Youre not a good writer.

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