Enrollment Catalyst
MARCH 4, 2024
In a world where first impressions are crucial, the campus visit can be a deciding factor for prospective families considering your private school. Have you ever considered your campus visit experience from beginning to end? I have experienced many routine campus tours where the conversation is lacking, the campus is uninviting, and the wow factor is missing.
College Transitions
MARCH 4, 2024
So, you’re curious about Western Governors University (WGU) and you want to know if this online university is legit, accredited, and, potentially, worth your time. These are great questions. It’s worth starting by explaining a bit about WGU, and then we’ll dive into the school’s accreditation status and the most recent controversy concerning the school.
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JON BOECKENSTEDT'S ADMISSIONS WEBLOG
MARCH 4, 2024
One of my favorite quotations is so delightfully complex and paradoxical that it’s often attributed to Yoga Berra, who almost certainly didn’t say it: “In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. But in practice, there is.
BestColleges
MARCH 4, 2024
MiraCosta College is launching California's first AI-focused associate degree. The program aims to equip students for AI careers amid growing demand. AI-focused education is gaining momentum across the country, including at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Southern California. MiraCosta College will offer an associate in science degree in artificial intelligence (AI) this year, California's first AI-dedicated two-year program.
PrepScholar
MARCH 4, 2024
The TOEFL Speaking section is a rapid-fire 20 minutes of reading, listening, jotting down notes, and (most of all) speaking. There’s a lot to do and keep track of during this section, and it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. Luckily, we’re here to help. In this guide, we’ll go over everything you need to know to ace TOEFL Speaking. First, we’ll break down the TOEFL speaking questions you'll see and give tips on how to answer each question type.
BestColleges
MARCH 4, 2024
Within the last six months, 42% of Hispanic and 40% of Black postsecondary students considered stopping their coursework, according to a study. Black and Hispanic respondents have considered leaving their programs more than white students every year since 2020. Financial aid/scholarships were most important for unenrolled adults considering postsecondary programs.
PrepScholar
MARCH 4, 2024
Nowhere else on the TOEFL will you be expected to read so much English and know such a wide variety of vocab words. And on top of that, you’ll have to answer dozens of questions on what you’ve read. No wonder many TOEFL students feel intimidated by the Reading section. However, TOEFL Reading is actually one of the more straightforward sections of the exam, and knowing what to expect will make it a lot easier to ace this section on test day.
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PrepScholar
MARCH 4, 2024
Want to know all the information you need to write two great essays and ace the TOEFL Writing section? This guide has all the tips you need to do well on TOEFL Writing. We’ll explain exactly what you can expect to see in this section, then give TOEFL Writing tips tips on how to answer both essay types, how you should study, and what you should do on test day to make sure you ace this section.
#LetsBFRANK: The College Admissions Blog
MARCH 4, 2024
The College partnered with Roxbury Main Streets to host the Black Excellence Business Exchange, a fun and informative on-campus event for students, faculty, and staff. The event kicked off with a panel of Black entrepreneurs offering advice about how to balance professional success with good mental and physical health. “You have to get out there and learn,” said Haris Hardaway, President of Roxbury Main Streets and co-owner of Final Touch Boutique. “Find the people who are goin
PrepScholar
MARCH 4, 2024
The Speaking section of the TOEFL is often seen as one of the most challenging parts of the exam. You can’t just circle an answer and hope for the best, and any mistakes you make can’t be crossed out — they’ll all be part of your recorded response. This means that good practice is key to doing well on this section. In this guide, I’ll explain what preparation you need in order to do well on this tricky section, go over the best TOEFL Speaking practice materials out there , and give you tips on h
College Transitions
MARCH 4, 2024
Trinity College is one of the most well-known institutions in Ireland. In fact, the Trinity College ranking places the school at #1 for best global universities in Ireland. Trinity College is one of the many wonderful schools in the UK.
PrepScholar
MARCH 4, 2024
Writing is the last section you’ll complete on the TOEFL. You’re so close to finishing, yet you still have two essays to write before you can celebrate completing the exam. In order to finish the test on a high note, you’ll need to be prepared for this section. In this guide, we explain the ins and outs of the Writing section and the materials you need to do well.
The Koppelman Group
MARCH 4, 2024
Being waitlisted can be a pretty stressful process, especially if it’s for your dream school. It’s neither a guarantee nor a rejection, so the uncertainty can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to help! In this article, we’ve put together some tips and information that will help you have the best chance of turning your waitlist notice into an acceptance letter.
PrepScholar
MARCH 4, 2024
In order to understand the passages you'll see in the TOEFL Reading section and accurately answer questions about them, you’ll likely need to do some studying before test day. If you’re not sure how to study for TOEFL Reading, we’re here to help! In this guide, we explain the format and types of questions you’ll see on TOEFL Reading then explain the materials you need to do well on this section.
HEM (Higher Education Marketing)
MARCH 4, 2024
Reading Time: 6 minutes The complexity of the highly dynamic higher education environment makes it a constant challenge to maintain the quality, consistency, and timeliness of its university website. But there are several reasons colleges and universities should prioritize this, not the least of which is that students and prospects use your website as their primary source of information about you.
Enrollify
MARCH 4, 2024
In the latest episode of the Hidden Gem Podcast , Maya and her guest, Devin Purgason, Executive Director of Marketing and Student Care at Forsyth Technical Community College, delve into an innovative model that bridges the gap between marketing and student care in higher education.
HEM (Higher Education Marketing)
MARCH 4, 2024
Reading Time: 9 minutes Not so long ago, students who had been accepted to a college or university might expect a phone call, an invitation to an open house, and perhaps some brochures or a catalogue in the mail. What was once a reasonably relaxed time for admissions departments, post-acceptance but pre-enrollment, has become a focus of multi-channel marketing efforts that use social media and much more to sway interested but still undecided prospects.
HEM (Higher Education Marketing)
MARCH 4, 2024
Reading Time: 4 minutes Remember when they put those awful laugh tracks on TV comedy shows to encourage you to laugh at the jokes? That’s an example of social proof. (FYI, they do still use them. They’ve just gotten better at it, and you don’t notice them anymore!) Simply put, social proof is the phenomenon where people follow the actions (or decisions) of others when they find out that others are already doing something, based on the assumption that others have more knowledge about
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