College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

Tom Cruise’s iconic Princeton University interview in the ’80s classic Risky Business leads his character, Joel Goodson, to receive an against-all-odds letter of acceptance. Back in 1983 when the film debuted, the Princeton University acceptance rate was a comparatively unintimidating 20%. Today, the acceptance rate is roughly one-fifth that figure, rendering brash, profanity-laced alumni interviews […] The post How to Get Into Princeton: Acceptance Rate & Strategies first appeared on

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BestColleges

JULY 2, 2024

Fayetteville State University's (FSU) 30-60-90 Free Summer School Program offers students seven free credits per summer — a total of 28 credits over their college careers. The 30-60-90 program started in 2021, with COVID-19 federal relief funding. The school's retention rate jumped from 63.3% in the fall of 2020 to 77.7% in the fall of 2022. Two-thirds of the university's nearly 7,000 students are enrolled in summer courses.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

2023 was a tumultuous year in Hollywood. The Writers Guild of America, a labor union that represents roughly 11,500 screenwriters, was on strike between May 2 and September 27. On July 14, the American actors’ union SAG-AFTRA went on strike too, and their labor dispute wasn’t resolved until November 9. The intricacies of the strikes […] The post 25 Highest Paid Actors in 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 2, 2024

Boston University , known for its rigorous academic life and vibrant campus life , sets high expectations for their applicants. In this article, we will explore the Boston University SAT scores and requirements. Be sure to check out our other article that discusses Boston University’s ACT stats and requirements! What is the average SAT score at Boston University?

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JULY 2, 2024

Learn key DAT concepts about atomic and molecular structure, plus practice questions and answers Everything you need to know about atomic and molecular structure for the DAt Table of Contents Part 1: Introduction to atomic and molecular structure Part 2: Electronic structure of atoms a) Atomic structure b) Electron configuration c) Electron spin d) Quantum mechanical model e) Electron cloud model Part 3: Molecular structure a) Ionic bonds b) Covalent bonds c) Coordinate covalent bonds d) Single

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 2, 2024

Boston University , known for its rigorous academic life and vibrant campus life , sets high expectations for their applicants. In this article, we will explore the Boston University ACT scores and requirements. Be sure to check out our other post that discusses Boston University’s SAT stats and requirements! What is the average ACT score at Boston University?

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

Maybe you’ve just been offered an exciting new job, or maybe it’s time to shift careers or locations. Perhaps you simply could use a change. Now, you just need to do the thing that you dread: quitting your current job. Moving on from a job is completely normal, but sharing the news with your boss […] The post How to Tell Your Boss You’re Quitting (and Stay on Good Terms) first appeared on College Transitions.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

The home of the Kentucky Derby, the Louisville Slugger, and all kinds of amazing bourbon also boasts a small number of terrific colleges. These include strong public and private options. The following list of the best colleges in Kentucky is meant to give you an idea of how to narrow down your search and find […] The post Best Colleges in Kentucky – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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Peterson's Blog

JULY 2, 2024

Each year, more and more parents are choosing to send their children to private or parochial schools. Because of this, the competition is increasing and the stakes are even higher. The High School Placement Test (HSPT) can be a pivotal moment in a student’s academic career, influencing their educational path and future opportunities. Take a look at some of the reasons why the stakes are high for scoring high on the HSPT: Admission to Preferred Schools: The HSPT is often a critical component of

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

Home to two of the country’s top private research universities and a powerhouse flagship school with elite engineering, business, and computer science departments, Illinois has a ton to offer high-achieving teens from all over the world. The following list of the best colleges in Illinois is meant to give you an idea of how to narrow […] The post Best Colleges in Illinois – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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The Koppelman Group

JULY 2, 2024

Gone are the days of applying to college undeclared. You also need to be more than just declared; you need to explore your passions and build out an extracurricular profile that just screams, “I love political science!!!!” Poli sci is one of the most popular majors for college hopefuls and probably the most popular non-STEM major across the board (or tied with Econ, tbh).

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

The state of Missouri boasts a 42-foot tall rocking chair, the world’s largest fork, and a ridiculously massive pecan. While not as proportionally absurd as these examples, there are also a number of large public colleges in the state as well as some top-notch private options. The following list of the best colleges in Missouri is […] The post Best Colleges in Missouri – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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HelloCollege

JULY 2, 2024

Liberal arts colleges aim to provide a broad-based education in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences with the goal of developing well-rounded students. These colleges generally have small campuses, small class sizes, and more opportunities for interactions with faculty, and for these reasons, many students find the right fit in a liberal arts college.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

There are 25 public universities in the state of Oklahoma as well as a number of private options, so how can Sooner state residents make the best decision? The following list of the best colleges in Oklahoma is meant to give you an idea of how to narrow down your search and find the perfect-fit […] The post Best Colleges in Oklahoma – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

JULY 2, 2024

Hello P&Q readers, and welcome to my advice column! Interested in insider tips for your MBA applications? My name is Karen Marks, and I am the Founder and President of North Star Admissions Consulting. I have been helping people get into their dream schools since 2012, and prior to that I was the Associate Director of Admissions at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

North Dakota has a population of one million people making it the fourth least populated state in the United States. You might expect that the Peace Garden State may not be home to all that many institutions of higher learning. Yet, more than 20 colleges are presently operational, including six four-year schools. The following list of […] The post Best Colleges in North Dakota – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

In the classic educational video game, The Oregon Trail, 8-bit pioneers make their way westward by horse-drawn carriage, trying desperately to ration their salted meats and not die of dysentery. The modern-day path to Oregon for out-of-staters often involves a journey to a college campus instead of a speculative gold mine. Yet, striking it rich […] The post Best Colleges in Oregon – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

The best colleges in Pennsylvania include an Ivy League university, one of the top research private universities in the country, and more than a handful of elite liberal arts options. From Pittsburgh to Philadelphia to everywhere in between, PA is an amazing state for higher education that attracts top students from every country in the […] The post 21 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

Hawaii may very well be the location of your family’s dream vacation. But while picturesque island beaches, majestic mountains, and craggy ocean cliffs may draw you to Hawaii for a week or two, its strong universities may just entice you to stay for four whole years. The best colleges in Hawaii list we’ve compiled offer […] The post Best Colleges in Hawaii – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

Higher education may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Louisiana – Mardi Gras, jazz, and distinct cuisine may be higher on the list. However, as we’ll see in taking a look at the Best Colleges in Louisiana, there are some amazing options among the 60+ institutions located in […] The post Best Colleges in Louisiana – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

Prior to achieving statehood in 1820, Maine was actually a part of Massachusetts, home to Harvard and literally dozens of other highly-selective colleges and universities. While you could find more colleges while taking a 10-minute drive through Boston than exist in the entire state of Maine, the Pine Tree State does in fact possess a […] The post Best Colleges in Maine – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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College Transitions

JULY 2, 2024

With a flagship college like the University of Maryland, a private research gem like Johns Hopkins, and an elite service academy like the USNA, the state of Maryland is teeming with quality higher education options. But those are hardly the only three terrific post-secondary choices with the Old Line State. The following list of the […] The post Best Colleges in Maryland – 2024 first appeared on College Transitions.

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