AdmissionSight

JANUARY 18, 2025

It used to have the name Western Reserve College and was the first college in northern Ohio, in a region that actually used to be called the Connecticut Western Reserve. Case Western Reserve University is a private research university in Cleveland, Ohio, but you might be wondering: is Case Western a good school?

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Discovery College Consulting

MARCH 5, 2024

Furthermore, although the Department of Education said in December that colleges would receive students’ FAFSA information in late January, it announced on January 30 that colleges would not receive this information until March. But only a few hundred colleges, most of which are selective private schools, require the Profile.

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BestColleges

MAY 26, 2023

A new documentary takes aim at the Ivy League, casting the eight private colleges in a largely unfavorable light. To be fair, once admitted, low-income students receive ample aid , the film points out, often resulting in net costs that run lower than what they'd pay at their state schools. Not enough, the film says.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 16, 2024

So, what is the difference between sticker price and net price for college? Why net price calculators are your best friend Most colleges provide a net price calculator on their websites, a valuable tool that estimates the cost of attendance based on your familys financial situation. Middle-income family.

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Discovery College Consulting

MAY 8, 2024

In 2016, when my first child started college, Harvey Mudd College in California was the most expensive college in the country, with a total cost of attendance of just over $70,000 per year. In fact, several colleges have now crossed the $90,000 per year threshold and some are approaching an eye-popping $100,000 per year.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 7, 2025

Northwestern University is known for its rigorous academics, particularly in undergraduate education, and its strong graduate programs in law, medicine, and business. Founded in 1851, this prestigious private research university in Evanston, Illinois has a long and distinguished history of academic excellence. for the Class of 2028.

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Discovery College Consulting

MAY 14, 2024

Discovery College Consulting’s 25 students in the Class of 2024 were admitted to 107 different colleges, which are pictured to the right (click the image to enlarge it). Collectively, the Class of 2024 received over $2 million in scholarships for their first year of college. million over four years!

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Discovery College Consulting

MAY 15, 2023

Discovery College Consulting’s 22 students in the Class of 2023 were admitted to 75 different colleges, which are pictured to the right (click the image to enlarge it). Collectively, the Class of 2023 received $1,118,454 in scholarships for their first year of college. Congratulations, seniors!

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THE SOUTHERN SCOPE – COLLEGE ADMISSIONS BLOG

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Volume 23, Issue 1 – September 2023 Member Spotlight: Terry Chevako Bava, Best Fit College Counseling (PR) Watch List: This Year’s Hot Topics NACAC Conference Bound A Quick Word: SACAC Annual Conference Proposals Member Spotlight Terry Chevako Bava, Best Fit College Counseling (PR) Q: How long have you been in this role?

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Brand College Consulting

JANUARY 1, 2023

If you’ve already had some of these conversations, talk about issues you haven’t discussed yet: how will you (the student and the parents) manage the college process during senior year, grade and work expectations while in college, college majors, etc. Colleges will see your senior class schedule.

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Discovery College Consulting

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Last week, the Supreme Court heard opening arguments for two cases about affirmative action in college admissions. Many legal experts, higher education professionals, and journalists expect that the Court will rule in favor of SFFA, thus overturning more than 40 years of legal precedent that has allowed the use of race in college admissions.

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ACM College Consulting

JANUARY 21, 2025

Whether you're interested in business, science, the arts, or social sciences, you'll find a diverse range of high-quality colleges offering cutting-edge research and a global perspective. Affordable Tuition : Many European countries offer lower tuition fees compared to other popular destinations like the United States and the UK.

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College Planner Pro

AUGUST 10, 2022

We conducted a survey of independent college consultants who work with others, whether it be a part-time assistant or a team of 20 consultants. The goal of this survey is to shed light on the current state of the industry and best practices for growing IEC teams.

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Discovery College Consulting

MARCH 5, 2024

In the last several years, grade inflation has run rampant at high schools and colleges, making distinguishing between applicants more difficult than ever for college and graduate school admissions offices. In fact, some colleges have recently reinstated test score requirements, pointing to grade inflation as one reason for doing so.

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Discovery College Consulting

JANUARY 11, 2023

This is my third in a series of blog posts on the increasing cost of college in the United States. In the first post , I offered several reasons why college is so expensive. In this post, I will explore a new trend of colleges lowering their tuition. ” The post Why Is College So Expensive?

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Word count: 100 to 550 words This University of Michigan supplemental essay is a more specific Why This College ? Its asking you why youre attracted to a specific undergraduate college at UMich. Have you thoroughly researched the college/school you’re applying to? What communities are meaningful to you, and why?

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Discovery College Consulting

JANUARY 10, 2024

Many high school seniors received college admissions decisions in December. If you applied early action or early decision and received a deferral, this means the college is going to review your application again under regular decision and will make a final decision during that round. If it’s your first choice, say so.)

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Discovery College Consulting

MAY 10, 2023

The College Board hasn’t officially commented, but test prep companies such as Applerouth, Arborbridge and Compass Prep believe students who receive the easier second module will earn scores between 200 and 590 per section, while those taking the harder module will earn scores between 440 and 800 per section.

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Discovery College Consulting

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The exam is considered more rigorous than many state assessments and was given to almost 450,000 fourth and eighth graders in more than 10,000 schools between January and March of this year. In math, scores for both grade levels fell in nearly every state. NAEP has been administered since the early 1990s. Reading scores also decreased.

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Discovery College Consulting

AUGUST 30, 2023

In July, I wrote a blog post about the Supreme Court decision that ended affirmative action in college admissions. One area impacted by this change is college essays. As stated in a May 11, 2023 post on Accepted.com, this “ simple, three-part framework will help you think of diversity more, well, diversely: Identity : Who are you?

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Strategic College Consulting

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

You may even have friends and older siblings who have borrowed a lot of money in order to pay for their top choice colleges but aren’t entirely sure how they’re going to pay it all back. Paying for college can feel overwhelming, especially since you spend so much of your high school career just focused on how to get into the college you want.

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ACM College Consulting

JULY 22, 2024

29% of undergrads are out-of-state students, 10% international, and 61% from GA. They do have more out-of-state students than many other state schools in the U.S. While they do offer business and liberal arts degrees, it may not be a good fit for students who want a more liberal arts approach with less of a tech focus.

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HelloCollege

AUGUST 2, 2024

But when you consider the average cost of a four-year college education— $108,584 for in-state public schools, $182,832 for out-of-state public schools, and $234,512 for private schools—it’s imperative your child makes the right application decisions. On average, 80% of students change their college major at least once.

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Strategic College Consulting

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

It’s true that some colleges have moved away from test score importance, especially since COVID, but many of the top universities still use them as a guiding principle in their admissions rubrics. Do Some Colleges Prefer the SAT or ACT? A common myth is that you need to take a specific test for specific colleges.

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ACM College Consulting

MARCH 13, 2024

Studying in the United States is a dream for many international students seeking quality education and diverse experiences. Begin working on these applications early enough to gather the required documents well ahead of the stated deadlines. Are there other colleges which would give you more aid? universities.

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ACM College Consulting

JULY 4, 2024

Despite speaking the language and being a citizen, applying to US colleges may seem overwhelming to expat students. They often do not have the opportunity to visit the colleges they are applying to and are left confused about the various application requirements for students living abroad. College Application Tips for American Expats

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Discovery College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The considerable growth in the number of colleges offering test-optional admissions has led many students and parents to question whether the ACT/SAT are necessary or relevant. The list of colleges with that policy includes those in the University of California and California State systems and only a few private schools.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

AUGUST 30, 2024

If you’re hoping to attend college in the United States, you are most likely going to submit the majority of your applications through the Common Application Form. The intricacies of the common app (as it’s known in the biz) can be confusing. (I You can send scores directly to schools that you are choosing to report to.)

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Princeton College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

A Sea Change in College Admissions: How the Supreme Court Ruling is Affecting Application Essays It’s not often that decisions handed down by the United States Supreme Court directly impact how colleges conduct their recruitment and admissions processes.

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Strategic College Consulting

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Road that says success in the asphalt We’ve been in the college planning and admissions business for about 25 years now, and we are so passionate about helping students with their educational goals and helping them earn acceptances to great colleges, year after year. Let’s break it down for you!

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Humbach Education Consulting

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The Common Application, often referred to as the "Common App," is an online platform that facilitates the college application process for students applying to colleges and universities in the United States and a few other countries. Can I use the AXS Companion for applications to non-US colleges?

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The College Solutions Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2021

In my last college blog post, I wrote about the pros and cons of applying to college early decision. Here is more to consider before you apply early decision or early action to college: 1. I am wondering about Harvey Mudd College in particular – my son’s number one choice – but our finances are limited.

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ACM College Consulting

MAY 3, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of college admissions, one question continues to perplex students, parents AND counselors: Should students take the SAT? Last summer, more than 1900 colleges were test optional, test-free or test-blind.

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Discovery College Consulting

JULY 10, 2024

Attending a tour and info session also demonstrates your interest in a college, which some colleges track when considering students for admission. If your family is traveling this summer, it’s usually easy to find one or two colleges to visit near your destination. College Tips & Tricks can help.

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Princeton College Consulting

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Wait for the college to provide further instructions: Some colleges may ask for additional information or materials, such as mid-year grades or a letter of continued interest. A statement reaffirming your interest in the college and why you think it's a good fit for you. So what should you include in your letter?

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BestColleges

AUGUST 8, 2023

A lawyer for Dartmouth College revealed that the college considers family wealth in some admissions decisions. The Supreme Court's affirmative action decision accelerated debate around access to highly selective colleges. Anyone paying attention to elite college admissions understands wealth plays a role in who gets in.

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The College Solutions Blog

MARCH 4, 2022

By now, most students, who will be college freshmen in the fall, have received their award letters from colleges. Families, however, are at a disadvantage when they look at these college awards. TuitionFit: A clever way to find better college offers. Just don’t use the word “negotiate.”

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