June, 2023

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Enrollment Leaders: Time to Build Your Skills This Summer 

Ruffaloni

The RNL National Conference is the premier event for higher education professionals to attend each summer, to connect with colleagues, to learn the latest trends in enrollment management and student success, and also to hear from nationally recognized keynote speakers.Over two and a half days, attendees will have the opportunity to learn from experts in our field and connect with other higher education professionals to bring home the very best ideas for their campus to be successful in the year

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Supreme Court Strikes Down Affirmative Action at U.S. Colleges

Spark Admissions

On June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled against Harvard University and the University of North Carolina in twin cases brought by Students for Fair Admissions, ruling that the decades-long policy of race-conscious admissions in American higher education was unconstitutional. Although expected by court-watchers and experts, this landmark decision has the potential to change college admissions dramatically.

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Identify Your Challenges and Establish Your Goals

Enrollment Catalyst

I love to hike. During the summer months, my wife and I spend a lot of our time in northern Michigan hiking and biking on the trails of the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Park. The views are incredible (the picture is a hike along Lake Michigan to the Treat Fam Trail to the Empire Bluff Trail). In fact, this park was voted as the most beautiful place in America by Good Morning America several years ago.

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Should You Hire a Higher Ed Call Center? | Enrollment Strategies

Enrollment Builders

As an enrollment leader, you may be wondering if a partnership with an enrollment management company or a higher education call center can enhance your institution's enrollment numbers. To help you make this critical decision, we've crafted this comprehensive guide, focusing on how a successful contact center partnership can foster growth for your institution.

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What You Need to Know About Lafayette College

Ivy Central

Lafayette College is a private liberal arts college in Easton, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1826 by James Madison Porter and other citizens in Easton, the college first held classes in 1832. The founders voted to name the college after General Lafayette, a hero of the American Revolution. Lafayette College is consistently ranked among the top liberal arts colleges in the country.

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Best HBCUs in Maryland

BestColleges

Maryland is home to a number of great higher education institutions , and that includes historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). In the state, students can find schools nationally recognized for their STEM curricula and research opportunities. Learners seeking an HBCU education in the Old Line State will find there are great options. Choosing an HBCU is no small task.

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Understanding the College Planning Needs and Perceptions of Low-Income Families

Ruffaloni

This blog was co-written with Dan Preston. New research shows how income shapes the way families research colleges. There is continuing interest in the experiences of students from low-income families regarding college access, attendance, completion and success, and financial stability. Studies such as the World Economic Forum’s 2018 report found that it can take upwards of five generations for those born in low-income families in the United States to approach the mean family income.

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How to Write about Race in the College App Essay

Essay Hell

How to Write about Race in your College App Essay Post Affirmative Action The Supreme Court knocked down Affirmative Action today. This landmark ruling means colleges and universities will no longer be allowed to use race as a factor in who they admit. Technically, there will no longer be race-based boxes to check on applications. Whether you like this or not, the fallout in academia and the college admissions industry will be immediate and confusing.

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Is a College Counselor Worth It? Addressing Your Doubts Head-On

College Wise

At Collegewise, we want the same thing as you: to ensure that your teen has the most significant possible academic and personal success opportunities. This journey starts with understanding the college admissions process, which has become increasingly complex and competitive. With proper guidance and support, every student can find a college where they will thrive.

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Exploring the Boundless Opportunities of a Chemistry Major: Academic Programs and Job Prospects

Ivy Central

The field of chemistry offers an exciting array of possibilities for those who pursue a major in this discipline. Beyond the fascinating world of molecules and reactions, a chemistry degree opens doors to diverse academic programs and promising career paths. A degree in chemistry can lead to a wide variety of careers in academia, industry, and government.

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Private Colleges in California

BestColleges

Private universities in California — like Stanford, Caltech, and USC — are among the most popular and prestigious in the country. California is an attractive place for students to attend college, with the natural beauty of SoCal beaches and Northern California's mesmerizing redwood forests. Proximity to major industry hubs like Silicon Valley, Hollywood, and Los Angeles may also appeal to students.

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A Look at the New Slate Features for 2023

Ruffaloni

For many Slate campuses, the Slate Summit conference held every year in June is always a highlight of the year. While conference attendees look forward to many things at Summit each year (late-night coding, breakout sessions, or breakfast momosas) perhaps the crown-jewel of the show is the opening session when Technolutions CEO Alexander Clark announces the new features and functionality that will be released in the upcoming months.

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Do Private School Students Need a College Consultant?

Spark Admissions

One of the primary arguments for hiring a private college coach or college admissions consultant is that public school guidance counselors are too overworked to give each high school student personalized attention in the college admissions process. Many students report only having a few minutes in the whole of their junior year to speak with their guidance counselor about their college aspirations, and for many that conversation is their first and only meeting with the counselor.

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How to Get Into the University of Florida: Acceptance Rate & Strategies

College Transitions

Charging an annual in-state tuition of approximately $6,400, the University of Florida allows residents to get a full year’s education for roughly the same cost of a single course at an elite private institution like.

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Breaking News: The GRE Just Got Sliced in Half

Top Tier Admissions

I’ve worked with students for almost two decades who hate the GRE. It’s long, they haven’t taken a math class in several years (so the quant section is overwhelming), the registration fee ($220 in most U.S. cities) is pricey, it’s anxiety-producing to sit in a test center for four hours, standardized testing is fraught with inequities, tutoring is costly in time, money and effort, the list goes on.

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What You Need to Know About Bowdoin College

Ivy Central

Bowdoin College is a prestigious liberal arts college located in Brunswick, Maine, United States. Founded in 1794, Bowdoin is known for its academic excellence, intellectual rigor, and vibrant campus community. With a commitment to the liberal arts tradition, Bowdoin offers a comprehensive undergraduate education that emphasizes critical thinking, interdisciplinary exploration, and personal growth.

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YOUR College Admissions Playbook

Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

This weekend I watched “ American Underdog ,” which is about former NFL quarterback Kurt Warner. Some football fans may remember he was undrafted coming out of college at the University of Northern Iowa. In his first shot with a pro team (the Green Bay Packers), he bombed. He was not ready or prepared. Over the course of the next few years, he played Arena League Football in Des Moines, Iowa.

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Planning Enrollment Sustainability With the Ansoff Growth Strategy

Ruffaloni

How can you your institution is optimizing your strategies for enrollment growth? To focus on operating sustainably, we’ve seen multiple announcements of colleges and universities needing to make cuts to stay responsive and relevant. With enrollment rates eroding and costs skyrocketing, everything is being evaluated at these institutions to make them more resilient and better prepared to compete in a changing higher ed landscape.

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Pros and Cons of Standardized Testing for College Admissions (SAT and ACT)?

Spark Admissions

Debates around standardized testing have been around for as long as standardized test scores have been part of education in the United States. Some argue that students undergo too much testing: by their high schools, by the state, for college admissions, etc. Others argue that standardized tests, such as the SAT and the ACT, are the only fair way to evaluate student achievement.

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What are the Social Sciences? – 2023 Edition

College Transitions

The social sciences have multiple origins, in the ancient teachings of Confucius and Plato, the sociology of the medieval Muslim world, and later European Enlightenment. Yet only in the 19th century did people begin to.

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Get to Know College Admissions Expert, Anita Doar

Top Tier Admissions

Our mission at Top Tier Admissions is to provide comprehensive support, guidance, and resources to students and families navigating the college admissions process. We prioritize teen mental health and work towards alleviating the stress and pressures associated with this process, empowering students to make informed decisions, nurturing their authentic love of learning, and encouraging academic achievement.

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What You Need to Know About Brandeis University

Ivy Central

Brandeis University is a prestigious private research university located in Waltham, Massachusetts, United States. Established in 1948, it was named after Louis D. Brandeis, the first Jewish Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. The university has gained recognition for its academic excellence, commitment to social justice, and vibrant intellectual community.

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Michael Goldstein Joins College as Chief Innovation Officer

#LetsBFRANK: The College Admissions Blog

Franklin Cummings Tech named Michael Goldstein as the college’s new Chief Innovation Officer. Goldstein will expand educational opportunities for students, strengthen industry connections to develop career-oriented programs, and attract adult learners to the technical college to support the college’s mission of delivering transformative technical and trade education across the region. “Michael Goldstein’s passion for expanding access to higher education will play a pivota

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Digital Strategy: The Core to Successful Program Marketing

Ruffaloni

Here’s an expert view on the digital strategies savvy institutions use. In other recent blogs , I have alluded to the fact that enrollment trend data may be indicating a slowdown (but not decline) at the graduate level. We also know that more institutions are launching online programs than ever before, creating more “supply” with which long-standing providers will have to compete.

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Should I Apply ED I or ED II to College

Spark Admissions

You’ve probably heard that it’s possible to apply to college early. Maybe you’ve heard that it’s easier to get in that way. But when you dug deeper, you found a lot more than “early decision” – you found Early Action, Early Decision I, Early Decision II, and something called Single Choice Early Action, whatever that is. In recent years, the majority of selective colleges and universities in the United States have added some kind of early admission program, though these programs can vary signific

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Merit Scholarships Guide: Factors, Tips, Full List and Search Tool

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Merit scholarships are an important source of funding for college. Learn about the different types of merit scholarships available, where to find them, and how to qualify. The post Merit Scholarships Guide: Factors, Tips, Full List and Search Tool appeared first on Road2College.

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Common App Essay Prompt 2: Overcoming Obstacles or Challenges

Great College Advice

Write the Common App Essay Prompt 2 About Overcoming Obstacles or Challenges Writing a good essay for your Common Application is tough. You have to dig into your life and find interesting nuggets to share with perfect strangers. Common App essay prompt 2 asks you about some things that perhaps you’d rather not talk about: your failures, your greatest challenges, and moments that just aren’t things you want to talk about all that much.

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Biotechnology: Exploring Programs and Unlocking Career Pathways

Ivy Central

In an era driven by scientific advancements, biotechnology stands as a pivotal field at the forefront of innovation and discovery. Biotechnology offers boundless possibilities in the field of healthcare and it has helped mankind come up with sustainable solutions. If you have a passion for science and a desire to make a tangible impact on the world, a career in biotechnology could be your gateway to an exciting future.

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Responding to the U.S. Supreme Court’s Opinion on Race-Conscious Admissions

#LetsBFRANK: The College Admissions Blog

Dear Community Members, Franklin Cummings Tech exists to produce economic equity through broadly accessible post-secondary options. Undoubtedly, yesterday’s majority Supreme Court decision banning the use of race-conscious Affirmative Action in college admissions threatens our collective ability to build a stronger democracy through higher education.

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Are You a Good (Social) Listener?

Ruffaloni

Social listening can provide valuable insights on perceptions and positioning. In personal and professional relationships, we often value those who are good listeners. We notice how they pick up and then act on important pieces of information. We feel more connected to them because they, after hearing what’s important to us, meet us where we are. Engaging with a good listener, we’re often left feeling a greater amount of trust in both their skills and ability to make decisions that will be benef

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Do Colleges Count Weighted or Unweighted GPAs?

Spark Admissions

Grades are often considered the single most important factor in college admissions decisions. But how do colleges compare students who come from such different high schools? You probably know your grade point average (GPA); it’s usually printed on your transcript. But what will that number mean to colleges ? And what does it mean for a GPA to be weighted or unweighted?

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University of Arkansas Dissolves DEI Department

BestColleges

The institution's diversity, equity, and inclusion office will officially close Aug. 1. All current employees of the DEI division will have the opportunity to work for another department on campus focusing on student recruitment and success. The university is the latest institution in the U.S. to pause or end DEI initiatives amid legislation seeking to prohibit DEI efforts at public schools.

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Why We Have Our Law School Applicants Use MS Word and not Google Docs

Anna Ivey Consulting

Microsoft Word. Microsoft… anything. I know, it seems too antiquated in a world of Google Drive. I love Google Drive too and use it for some things. But when a document needs a lot of formatting and the best Track Changes and Commenting tools, my go-to is still MS Word. More importantly, future lawyers still need to master MS Word. And by master, I mean know it cold.

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UPenn Admissions and Acceptance Rates: The Rising Tide of Competition

Ivy Central

The University of Pennsylvania is one of the most selective universities in the United States. In the past three years, the acceptance rate for the Class of 2027, 2026, and 2025 has been 4.1%, 4.47%, and 5.7%, respectively. This means that for every 100 students who applied, only 4 to 6 were admitted. As the admission process becomes increasingly competitive, gaining insights into the acceptance rates and application statistics of top universities like UPenn can provide valuable information for

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5 Tips to Jump-Start your College Applications this Summer

College Transitions

For many teens, the summer is a time to work extra hours at your job, attend a summer program, vacation with family, or simply enjoy a respite from the hectic pace of the academic year. .

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Projecting Graduate Enrollment by Format

Ruffaloni

What is the long term impact of the pandemic on graduate enrollment? This is the question I am most frequently asked. I wanted to hold off providing an answer until we have the 2021 academic year data, knowing that the real answer will only come with a few more years of enrollment trend data. Given the fact that millions of students were forced into online (or emergency remote) instruction, the most important issue will likely be the instructional format choices of graduate students.

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What is the National Merit Scholarship Program?

Spark Admissions

“National,” “Merit,” and “Scholarship” all sound very good when considered in the midst of college admission. Even better when you realize that just by taking the PSAT in the fall of your junior year, you’ve already entered yourself for this award! But surely it can’t be as easy as that. After all, according to the College Board, last year more than 4.5 million high school juniors took the PSAT, but the National Merit Scholarship selected only 7,500 finalists.