AdmissionSight

JANUARY 15, 2025

Did you go on the campus tour and just immediately see yourself as a student? A strong essay can bridge the gap between qualifications and potential, meaning you can even be admitted despite not meeting the average GPA and SAT scores of Harvard applicants, as long as you have convinced admissions officers that you have the potential.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In addition to attending open houses (these often take place in October and November) and campus tours, take a look at the helpful websites below, which offer further information and resources as you conduct research on the private school offerings across the country: Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE).

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College Essay Guy

JULY 27, 2023

Students make ample use of OSU’s plentiful research and networking opportunities while enjoying a campus culture rich in traditions—like Script Ohio and the iconic chimes of Orton Hall—and beauty (no campus tour is complete without a trip to mirror lake!). Last year, 21% of applicants submitted their SAT scores.

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Ivy College Essay

JULY 24, 2023

Visit the Campus and Connect Demonstrating interest in Brown is essential. Take a campus tour, sit in on a class, and reach out to current students to gain valuable insights into life at Brown. SAT and ACT Scores: Aim to perform well on these standardized tests, as they play a role in the admissions process.

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DC College Counseling

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

BIGGEST COLLEGE-RELATED NEWS OF THE WEEK DARTMOUTH COLLEGE REINSTATES SAT/ACT REQUIREMENT On Monday morning, Dartmouth College announced that they will require applicants to submit standardized test scores in the upcoming undergraduate admissions cycle. IN CASE YOU MISSED THEM, CHECK OUT our january updates!

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

MAY 16, 2023

If there is a chance that they will want to sit for tests early in 11th grade, they should take a diagnostic ACT and/or SAT in the spring of 10th grade. Students often need help from parents to schedule trips for campus tours and information sessions. Make a plan to visit colleges in 11th grade.

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The Koppelman Group

AUGUST 26, 2024

Only 28% of first-year applicants who enrolled in the fall of 2023 submitted either an SAT or ACT score, but it is still worth trying to get a strong score. This is especially true if you believe you can get above a 1475 on the SAT or 33 on the ACT. This post isn’t about the SAT, though. It’s about the supplement!

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

AUGUST 9, 2023

What is the campus neighborhood like? Is the campus easily accessible via public transport? A campus tour led by a student ambassador can be an effective way to cover some of these questions, especially since it allows you to transparently showcase your school through the perspective of an actual student.

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SSA Online College Prep

MARCH 10, 2022

These may include the college application fee, SAT fee and travel expenses to visit college campuses. Some of these waivers include: ACT/SAT waivers, college application waivers and financial aid application waivers for students who meet the eligibility criteria. Read more college admissions tips on our blog !

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CTK College Coach

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Is it time to prepare for the SAT or ACT? 2) PREPARING FOR THE SAT AND ACT: PREPARE EARLY WHEN POSSIBLE, AND DON’T TAKE TESTS AT ALL IF THEY AREN’T THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOU I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: it’s a test optional world , and it likely will continue to be that way forever. What should we be doing right now?

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College Essay Guy

APRIL 19, 2023

Texas Tech Acceptance Rate Texas Tech Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, and Transfer Acceptance Rate Texas Tech GPA Requirements Texas Tech SAT Requirements Texas Tech ACT Requirements What does Texas Tech look for in students? You will need a moderately high SAT score in order to get into Texas Tech. 600-699 41.4%

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 14, 2023

USF Acceptance Rate USF Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, and Transfer Acceptance Rate GPA Requirements to get into USF SAT Requirements to get into USF ACT Requirements to get into USF Is USF a good fit for me? Having less than this will require compensating by increasing your SAT or ACT score. 0% Below 1.0

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Berkeley² Academy

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

B2A is offering 6-day, intensive classes for the Digital SAT, the ACT, and AP Exams across a wide range of subjects. Finally, you can prepare for AP/IB exams by creating a detailed study plan (ex: how many units, chapters, or concepts will you cover each week?). Here is a ,, link to B2A’s full 2024 Spring Break schedule.

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CTK College Coach

AUGUST 31, 2022

Here are my top five tips: 1) Prepare well and early for standardized (SAT and ACT) tests. NB: Certain schools have reverted to requiring the ACT or SAT (or never went test optional): MIT, public schools in Florida, and the top public schools in Georgia. How do I know which test to take– SAT or ACT? So what do I tell my own son?

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Take the PSAT and plan your test dates for the ACT or SAT; typically, you will take either of these standardized tests for the first time during the winter or spring of your junior year. Winter and spring of your junior year Take the ACT or SAT for the first time or second time to increase your score.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 27, 2023

Official test scores: Candidates must provide their SAT or ACT scores as well as the results of two SAT Subject Tests. This includes campus tours, interviews, and other interactions with the university. Cornell takes into account demonstrated interest in the university in addition to the aforementioned prerequisites.

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SSA Online College Prep

DECEMBER 26, 2023

If you haven’t been to one and are considering signing up, they’re usually held in addition to campus tours in a place of significance on campus and they highlight specific programs, classes, and opportunities. Learn more about college, financial aid, and SAT® news and tips and tricks! Why do info sessions matter?

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 8, 2023

Academic history Info about high school Courses completed in college (sometimes) standardized test scores (ACTs, SATs, APs, IBs) Supporting information “Experiences” = not quite the same as your Common App Activities List , but that can be a starting point.

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SSA Online College Prep

MARCH 16, 2023

You’ve scheduled your first college interview - you’re meeting them at a local cafe, at the school during a campus tour, or even on Zoom. Jumpstart your SAT® prep with us Find out more on our blog ! How Should You Prepare for Your College Interview? For more information on what to expect in your interview, stay tuned.

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Humbach Education Consulting

APRIL 6, 2020

Virtual Tour – Many schools already have a virtual tour available. In GuidedPath , you can find nearly 500 virtual tours through YouVisit on the college profile pages. Other collections of online campus tours include YoUniversityTV or CampusTours.com. Take Action For now, it’s all about staying informed on changes.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JULY 25, 2023

When Mr. Lopez looked bored, I sat by him to read books. I slowly sat next to him and attempted to converse as usual. Note: You can take a virtual campus tour here.) Lopez was only cooperative during meal time—he would always be the first to get in line and especially looked forward to having chicken mole.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JUNE 9, 2023

And every year, it gets tougher to make the cut for some of the most sought-after campuses like UCLA, which sat at 18 percent in 2014–2015 and has been sinking steadily since. Given their attractiveness, admission is competitive, ranging from 8.5 percent for UCLA and 11.4 percent for UC Berkeley to about 21 percent for UC Irvine and 47.1

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

If you’re the parent of a high-achieving teen, you’re likely visiting Ivy League universities. To assist you in assessing your child’s odds of getting into Stanford, we’ve provided academic and demographic information related to successful Stanford applicants: 96% of students ranked in the top 10% of their high school class.

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