Enrollment Catalyst

MAY 26, 2022

Bullet points and talking points may be helpful for conveying facts about your school, but stories are far more impactful for conveying your school’s value proposition. But effective storytelling is far down the priority list for many schools. In this webinar, we’ll discuss the role of storytelling in school marketing, how to use social media and your website to tell stories, and how to systematize the content development process.

Enrollment 130

Enrollment Admissions 130

Koodoos Learning

MAY 5, 2022

Admitted students submit an enrollment deposit to hold their spot in the incoming class. Avoid submitting more than one deposit or you'll risk your admission offer. Students can ask for a deferral or waiver if they experience financial hardship. Most enrollment deposits are nonrefundable but not binding. You submitted your college applications, compared admission letters, and chose your college.

Enrollment 130

Enrollment Tuition Acceptance Admissions 130

Berkeley² Academy

MAY 31, 2022

June is quickly approaching, heralding the glorious beginning of summer vacation. As you recharge, soak up the sun, and spend time with your loved ones, don’t forget to set aside time for productive summer activities like volunteering, internships, research projects, and independent projects. Not sure how to get started? We’ve got you covered! This week we will go over Volunteering and Internships.

Internship 52

Internship High School 52

Admissions Village

MAY 31, 2022

I returned a couple of weeks ago from the IECA National Conference. I attended some great break-out sessions. One session was with admissions officers from the University of Rochester, University of Delaware, and Ohio Wesleyan. They were discussing how they make admissions decisions when they do not have a test score, i.e., in the land of test optional.

Ivy League 52

Ivy League Transcripts GPA Out-of-State 52

Revolution Tutors

MAY 31, 2022

You spent ages crafting your personal statement, deciding your topic, the story you want to tell, and what you want college admissions officers to know about you. Then, you go to apply to the colleges on your list and discover… there are more essays to write! What?! You panic. How am I supposed to write an additional essay (or sometimes more) for every college I’m applying to?

Out-of-State 52

Out-of-State In-State Admissions Applications 52

College Admissions Partners

MAY 31, 2022

Modern medical schools are looking for students with various backgrounds and experiences. This diversity in medical school admissions is a big issue for several reasons. The first reason is that medical schools like to see diversity in the students they are admitting. While diversity includes such issues as race and ethnicity, it is viewed in a much broader context by medical schools.

Admissions 52

Admissions In-State Applications Testing 52

Enrollment Catalyst

MAY 12, 2022

Your website is your school’s most important marketing and communications tool. It’s a window into your culture for families exploring education options. The unfortunate reality is that many schools undervalue the role of their website in attracting and retaining families. In this webinar, we’ll discuss some common mistakes schools make on their websites, the key components of a lead-generating site, and the commitments your team needs to make to keep your site current.

Enrollment 130

Enrollment Education Education 130

UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MAY 25, 2022

Every year in the second week of May, the SEC Enrollment/Admissions leaders meet at one of the member University’s campuses to talk about the year, plan out any group events and commiserate over the challenges that each of us have faced over the past year. The deposit deadline of May 1 will have just passed, and everyone roughly understands what their freshman and transfer classes will look like for the coming Fall.

Campus Tours 52

Campus Tours Transfer Enrollment Higher Education 52

CTK College Coach

MAY 19, 2022

What should high school students do in the summer? There is a lot of anxiety around this question, so let’s frame it with our objectives. There are always two questions in play: 1) What should I do for my personal development? 2) What will help me look attractive to colleges? I urge all my students to think about pursuits first from a personal development perspective and second from a college admissions perspective.

Ivy League 52

Ivy League High School Extracurricular Admissions 52

Enrollify

MAY 17, 2022

Digital communication is broken. In a world of automations, bots and merge fields, you have the chance to stand out. And to connect more authentically with students. But forming loyal bonds with your audience goes far beyond dollars and cents. It’s about building trust that lasts longer, boosts alumni support, and increases school spirit – the intangibles.

Undergraduate Students 52

Undergraduate Students 52

Berkeley² Academy

MAY 14, 2022

In January, College Board announced that the SAT would officially go digital! Starting in spring of 2024, all students will transition over to the new digital SAT. Piloted in November 2021, the initial reactions to the digital SAT have been overwhelmingly positive; approximately 80% of students reported that it felt less stressful and 100% of educators said they had a positive experience.

SAT 52

SAT Accommodations Transition Testing 52

Admissions Madness

MAY 14, 2022

One of the hardest parts of applying to college is figuring out what in the hell they want you to submit. Many of my videos point the finger at top 50 universities, but less selective institutions also add madness to the system. Debates about the SAT and going test-optional are the hot topic right now, but less discussed are other recommend or optional items like essays and recommendation letters.

Scholarships 52

Scholarships SAT Semester Extracurricular 52

AHM Advising

MAY 13, 2022

I had the pleasure of driving to Athens for a visit to OU on a spectacular Ohio day, perfect for a college tour. My student tour guide was delightful, a rising senior in the College of Business, who happened to enter OU as a pre-nursing major - direct evidence that a switch to a business major was not a huge hurdle to overcome at this university. She is the product of two OU parents and the youngest of four kids, but the only one to become a Bobcat.

University 52

University University Scholarships Semester 52

Revolution Tutors

MAY 13, 2022

You should absolutely retake the SAT! In fact, students that take the test a second time generally see their scores increase! How many times can I take the SAT? As many times as you want! While there’s no need to take the test six or seven times, you do have that option available to you. You will not be penalized for retaking the test, and usually, it’s beneficial to do so.

SAT 52

SAT Testing Applications University 52

SSA Online College Prep

MAY 12, 2022

Organize your assignments and build a study schedule ! Use interleaving and retention to improve your study and comprehension skills! Take breaks to avoid overstudying and burnout! Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! How to Improve Your Study Habits For newly admitted college students, navigating the academic environment in college will be a new and difficult experience.

Retention 52

Retention Semester Financial Aid Concentration 52

Elite Open School

MAY 9, 2022

“We are guiding our focus back to long-term academic STEM preparedness based on coursework and grade performance.” - Director of Undergraduate Admissions, CalTech The most competitive programs at top STEM colleges and universities require not just maximal grades and GPA but also specialized unique courses that show intellect, interest, and initiative.

Transcripts 52

Transcripts GPA Enrollment Admissions 52

Berkeley² Academy

MAY 7, 2022

More students are becoming interested in finding ways to improve the environment. If you are seeking an education that will lay the foundation to make a significant impact on the natural world, consider applying to Stanford’s new school focused on climate and sustainability! New School Focused on Climate and Sustainability. Amidst growing concern for global warming and the effect it has on today’s environment, Stanford is doing all it can to meet the challenges posed by climate change and resear

Government 52

Government Internship Grants Policies 52

Admissions Madness

MAY 7, 2022

I saw a post from a well-regarded veteran admissions counselor on a secret Facebook group for college admissions professionals. They wanted to talk about the merits of essay examples, but their question explicitly said “I don’t want to talk about the merits of essay requirements.” I’ve found that asking critical questions to admissions counselors and university representatives doesn’t do any good, so I watched as members rehashed the same tired debates about how to write the best essays.

SAT 52

SAT ACT Admissions Applications 52

enrollmentFUEL

MAY 6, 2022

No matter how large or small the university, it seems the connection between faculty and the enrollment team is paramount. In a time when so many are questioning the value of higher education, faculty are key to admissions and recruitment success.

Enrollment 52

Enrollment Admissions Higher Education Campus Tours 52

Admitted

MAY 5, 2022

iStock Students who go through the enrollment pipeline process, financial aid, and other related procedures will sometimes be faced with “holds,” specifically, administrative process holds. Administrators typically place holds on a student’s online account to urge them to act on a variety of specific tasks (much of which is guided by a federal or an institutional policy).

Financial Aid 52

Financial Aid Transcripts Retention Policies 52

SSA Online College Prep

MAY 5, 2022

A new bill proposed by the Senate, overrules the enrollment freeze ruling for UC Berkeley. In the midst of the enrollment freeze, Berkeley finds different ways to admit new students ! Looking Forward: Can a compromise be made to benefit UC Berkeley and the community ? Read more college tips on our blog ! New Legislation Overturns UC Berkeley’s Enrollment Freeze Since 2017, the community-based organization Save Berkeley’s Neighborhood has worked tirelessly on their campaign to improve the quality

Enrollment 52

Enrollment Financial Aid Semester Out-of-State 52

Excelsior Admissions Consulting

MAY 4, 2022

Here is a sample of the overall admissions rates for the Class of 2026. Some Ivies, Cornell, Penn, and Princeton, are joining Stanford in choosing not to release admissions rates for this cycle. It is safe to assume that all of those colleges have single digit acceptance rates. Although admissions rates are not always a predictor of admissions results for any individual student, these rates should be considered as students create their college application lists.

Admissions 52

Admissions Acceptance Applications 52

Revolution Tutors

MAY 4, 2022

College visits are an essential (and fun!) part of the college application journey. Attending information sessions and touring schools really gives the prospective student a chance to envision what their college life would look like at different universities. But how can you make the most of each college tour? Let’s talk about it! 1. Plan Ahead Make sure you plan, far in advance, which tours you want to take and when.

Transition 52

Transition Study Abroad Extracurricular Admissions 52

Great College Advice

MAY 24, 2022

Financial Aid Planning for Senior Year of High School. . The financial aid timeline is critical if you want to maximize the amount of financial aid for which you are eligible. Financial aid is one of the most important parts of the college process, but it can be one of the most confusing, as well. To make it simpler, we’ve packed everything you need to know into this timeline so you don’t miss any of these important steps.

Financial Aid 40

Financial Aid High School Loans Scholarships 40

Simply Admissions

MAY 17, 2022

The 2021-2022 college admissions season achieved the unthinkable: it was somehow crazier than last year. If you’ve been part of the Simply Admissions community for a while, you may have seen our 2020-2021 admissions season M&M. While many of the reasoning and warnings mentioned in that breakdown remain true today, there are new trends coming to light as well.

Waitlist 40

Waitlist Admissions Letters of Recommendation Policies 40

Admitted

MAY 5, 2022

iStock. Students who go through the enrollment pipeline process, financial aid, and other related procedures will sometimes be faced with “holds,” specifically, administrative process holds. Administrators typically place holds on a student’s online account to urge them to act on a variety of specific tasks (much of which is guided by a federal or an institutional policy).

Financial Aid 52

Financial Aid Transcripts Retention Policies 52

SSA Online College Prep

MAY 3, 2022

Advanced Placement classes offered by the College Board strike fear into the hearts of many students. These classes can be intimidating because they often require a significant amount of effort and have a big test in the middle of the spring semester. AP classes can play a large role in college admissions, which incentivizes students’ enrollment, even if they don’t feel ready for college-level coursework.

AP Credits 52

AP Credits Transcripts Semester Out-of-State 52

The Thoughtful College Search

MAY 16, 2022

“Define irony,” convict Garland Greene (played by Steve Buscemi) says in the movie Con Air as convicts celebrate commandeering a plane. His definition is “Bunch of idiots dancing on a plane to a song made famous by a band that died in a plane crash.” On May 2 we may have found another example. On the very same day that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s draft opinion overturning Roe v Wade was leaked, Students for Fair Admission (SFFA) filed its brief before the Supreme Court in its case again

Admissions 40

Admissions Minor Test Prep Policies 40

Revolution Tutors

MAY 4, 2022

Want some good news? All U.S. colleges accept both the SAT and ACT! You do not have to take both, and in fact, we think you shouldn’t. So how do you decide which test to take? Colleges do not prefer one test over the other, so pick whichever test allows you to best demonstrate your college readiness. What’s the Difference Between the SAT and ACT? Are you more confident in your math skills and a little slower when it comes to test-taking?

ACT 52

ACT SAT Test Prep Standardized Testing 52

Parry College Counseling: College Admissions Blog

MAY 9, 2022

So happy to share the list of acceptances for my incredibly resilient class of 2022 students! In bold are colleges/universities where at least one student plans to enroll in the fall. Amherst College Princeton University UCLA Wellesley College Barnard College Case Western Reserve University Pomona College New York University University of Rochester University of Southern California UC – San Diego UC – Santa Barbara UC – Santa Cruz Carleton College Bowdoin College Clark Universi

GPA 40

GPA SAT In-State Enrollment 40

Marks Education

MAY 20, 2022

Congratulations to the Class of 2022! As graduation season quickly approaches, we want to say “Congratulations” to all our seniors! We have enjoyed getting to know you over the last few years, and we wish you all the very best. In line with our mission statement and values, we believe in helping each student find their best-fit institution. As of mid-May, our students in the class of 2022 have been admitted to 118 institutions, from small liberal arts schools to large flagship public universitie

Admissions 40

Admissions In-State University University 40

Admissions Madness

MAY 21, 2022

Asian American students are the most overrepresented cohort on elite university campuses by far. Students who are nationals of China, India, and South Korea enroll at American universities at much higher rates than any other region on the planet. Universities are happy to accept their full-paying tuition dollars, and like their Asian-American counterparts, they’re taken for granted.

Grants 52

Grants University University Tuition 52

Revolution Tutors

MAY 2, 2022

Pursuing a career in real estate has many benefits: it’s profitable, it’s flexible, and you’ll essentially get to be your own boss. But where should a hopeful real estate broker, developer, or property manager apply for college? Here’s a list of some of the best undergraduate programs for a career in real estate. 1. University of Pennsylvania UPenn’s Real Estate concentration offers students an excellent education in all facets of business, ensuring that each graduate has a well-rounded understa

Concentration 52

Concentration Minor Internship Extracurricular 52

The Thoughtful College Search

MAY 2, 2022

( Originally published in Inside Higher Ed’s “Admissions Insider” on May 2, 2022) Someone once said (okay, it might have been me) that when Harvard itches, everyone else in higher education scratches. Is the same true of MIT? We may soon have an answer to that question. MIT’s announcement that it will reinstate its requirement that applicants submit test scores next year has already generated responses from those who believe that it is time for admission tests to disappear altogether as well as

Testing 40

Testing SAT Policies Out-of-State 40