Solomon Admissions
OCTOBER 4, 2024
“Dear Student, The Admissions Committee has carefully reviewed your application to [College], and after thoughtful consideration, we regret to inform you that we were unable to offer you a place in the Class of [Year].” This sentence is likely one of the most devastating for a young student to read. They put in years of… The post Why Do Colleges Reject Good Students?
College Planner Pro
OCTOBER 1, 2024
As an IEC, I find myself battling an endless mental checklist of things I've asked my rising seniors to take care of from mid-summer to late fall each year. Did Samantha fill out her brag sheet for teacher letters of recommendation? When is Johnny's Michigan essay draft due to me, again? Has Molly finished up her arts supplement? I have been a CollegePlannerPro member for nine years and after joining the staff this year, I realized that the To-Do feature could lighten this mental load.
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North Star Admissions Consulting
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Why Campus Visits Matter On November 1st, the majority of early action and early decision college applications are due. For the next four weeks I will share college application tips to help the whole process run smoothly. (Read previous advice about logistics , the common application form , the honors and activities sections , supplements , AI, and the core essay.
Top Tier Admissions
OCTOBER 1, 2024
For students gearing up for college applications, understanding and keeping track of application deadlines (merit scholarships too!) is crucial. Many schools require applications by November 1 for early decision or early action, but some deadlines fall even earlier in October. Keep in mind, acceptance rates go down by almost 50% once you bump to the regular round so applying early is a strategic choice.
College Transitions
OCTOBER 4, 2024
When you think of softball skills, what comes to mind? Throwing accuracy? Catching ability? Batting prowess? While all three would be a resounding “yes,” there’s another, key skill that underpins nearly everything you do as a player: reaction time.
College Wise
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) are making a big impact by offering resources designed to support underrepresented communities. In this blog, we’ll explore what makes HSIs unique, how they help students thrive, and what to look for if you're considering adding one to your college list.
North Star Admissions Consulting
OCTOBER 3, 2024
North Star recently turned 12, and in this week’s advice column I want to answer one of the big questions that I have been asked most frequently over the years: “What’s the secret to getting into a top business school?” Essentially, it all boils down to self-awareness, personality and the ability to get real. First, figure out why you really want an MBA.
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road2college
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Dear Roadie, We don’t have the money to help our son pay for college, so he is choosing to make. The post Dear Roadie: Will Commuting to College From Home Harm My Son’s Growth? appeared first on Road2College.
The Koppelman Group
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Applying to Brown Early Decision comes with some advantages. The rate of acceptance is higher than in the regular decision round, and you can confirm your plans for college months before the regular decision cycle sorts things out for most students. There’s one other advantage, though, that may feel, in this precise moment, like a set-back: Deferral.
College Transitions
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Alliteration always ameliorates average aural assemblages! Or, in other words, alliteration always makes your writing sound better. Just kidding, it might not. But, alliteration can help you to express yourself more creatively in your writing—and let you create a sense of sonic play that takes your written work to the next level.
Office of Undergraduate Admission Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
We like to say Northwestern is all about connections: the relationships people build here, the links we draw between in-class material and the real-world settings around us, the disciplines students interweave thanks to the flexibility of our curriculum and quarter system, the “L” train rides that connect Evanston to Chicago, and the “ah-ha” moments you’ll.
iSchoolConnect
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Indian scholars will have to pay NZ$485 to seek a New Zealand student visa, up from NZ$300. The New Zealand government has announced a significant hike across all visa categories, effective October 1st, 2024, which will substantially affect Indian nationals applying for work, visit, and study visas. While the Skilled Residence visa fees have been […] The post New Zealand’s Government Hikes Fee on visas, Affecting Indians appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities,
The Koppelman Group
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Ah, supplemental essays. Some schools have none, some schools have one or two, and some schools have, like, seven. But, in the chaos of supplemental essays, a few standard questions rise above the rest. As you may have noticed as you work through the schools on your list, a lot of schools are asking the same questions. Maybe they have a little twist to them, or are more narrow than others, or ask you to connect to something unique, but the fundamental questions they’re asking are the same.
College Transitions
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Phrasal verbs are extremely common in English (and other Germanic languages) – especially in less formal settings. Simply put, a phrasal verb is a verb phrase (Continue for full phrasal verb list)– it includes a verb (e.g. “call”) along with one or more “particles,” usually prepositions or adverbs (e.g. “off”).
Great College Advice
OCTOBER 2, 2024
All the essay prompts for the Common App ask you to provide evidence of how you have grown during your high school years. One particular prompt, the personal growth prompt, makes this request more explicit. Here you are asked to look at your personal circumstances or point of view and then provide evidence on how you have changed due to some accomplishment, event, or realization.
Colorado State University
OCTOBER 2, 2024
A Ram’s Life is a Colorado State University vlog series for Rams by Rams, and showcases everything from the daily life of a CSU Ram to advice videos, tutorials, tips and tricks for navigating college life, and even excursions into Fort Collins and beyond CSU. On-campus housing is a big part of the Colorado State University student experience, and we’ve got an updated view from a student who’s been on campus for three years.
The Koppelman Group
OCTOBER 1, 2024
If you’re interested in something STEM-y, enjoy your math classes, and also are really interested in computer science, you might also be drawn to data science. Like comp sci, data science has gotten a lot more popular over the last few years, especially because of its broad applications for future careers and high earning potential. Or, maybe you have no idea exactly what it is you want to study, but you heard data science might be cool.
College Transitions
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Best Audiobooks of All Time – Something happens when you stop reading from the page and you begin listening to the story being read to you. If the voice speaking to you is one that captures your attention, pulling you deeper into every word said, they’ve done their job not to deter you away.
iSchoolConnect
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Students wishing to live with their spouses in Canada should understand the requirements and processes for acquiring a student spouse visa Canada. This blog will guide you through the essential documents, eligibility criteria, and application process for obtaining a spouse visa in Canada for students. The spouse visa in Canada for students allows students’ spouses to […] The post Documents Required for Student Spouse Visa Canada appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about univer
Emerging College Consulting
OCTOBER 4, 2024
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The Koppelman Group
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Getting deferred is disappointing. Probably part of the reason you applied Early Action to the University of Texas at Austin was that it was a dream school or at least near the top of your list. Getting deferred might feel like a major setback; however, you didn’t get rejected, and this isn’t over yet. They are still reviewing your application, and there are a couple of things you need to do if you have been deferred by UT.
College Transitions
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Before we get to our 60 metaphor examples, a metaphor is a figure of speech and a form of figurative language in which one thing is said to be another thing, which it cannot be.
iSchoolConnect
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Do you want to pursue your education overseas or in the United States? In recent years, the USA has gained popularity as a destination for higher education. For Indian students, the cost of studying in the USA can be high, but given the caliber and quality of education provided, it is unquestionably worth the investment. […] The post Cost of studying in the USA for Indian students 2025 appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs, tests, & more!
Emerging College Consulting
OCTOBER 1, 2024
C The post Navigating College Accommodations: What to Look for in a College appeared first on Emerging Educational Consulting.
The Koppelman Group
SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
Being deferred by Georgetown wasn’t the plan. You were going to apply, and then have an answer. Maybe the answer would be no, and you were hoping it would be a yes — but you weren’t planning for a maybe. In this post, we’ll give you the plan for what comes next: how you increase your chances of admission to Georgetown, and how you ensure your entire college application experience is successful.
College Transitions
OCTOBER 1, 2024
You’ve probably heard the saying that “English is not a language, it’s three languages wearing a trench coat pretending to be one.” And it’s true – English is a bizarre mix of Germanic syntax, French vocabulary, and Latin loanwords.
iSchoolConnect
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
As an aspiring international student wishing to study in the UK, obtaining a UK study visa is necessary. It facilitates your legal residence for studying, gets you access to healthcare, and provides you with opportunities for post-study work. So, without waiting any further, let’s go through the blog and learn about the types of UK […] The post Types of UK Visas | Eligibility & Documents Required appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs, tests, & more
Niche
OCTOBER 4, 2024
You’ve heard us talk about Niche Direct Admissions ® , but what do our partners have to say? During our Higher Ed Insights Summit , we asked admissions leaders from Nazareth University and the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL), who have pioneered this approach, about the results they’ve seen and their implementation experiences so far. In addition to this summary, you can watch the full session on demand here.
The Koppelman Group
SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
From crafting the next Pulitzer-winning novel to dissecting the works of Shakespeare, English offers a rich tapestry of disciplines for students to explore as they consider their college major. It's a field that captivates minds worldwide! If you’re interested in English, you need to know how to stand out. Due to the competitive nature of the field, securing admission to top-tier English programs can be a massive challenge.
College Transitions
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
If you’ve ever written a text to the tune of It’s such a happy day! or That outfit seems a little desperate, doesn’t it? then you’ve used personification. Quite simply, personification is a literary device that attributes human traits to non-human animals and objects. You personify them. You write a description to make them person-like.
iSchoolConnect
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Studying in Canada is the most popular choice among Indian students to study abroad. The reasons are its fast visa processing time, high-quality education, student employment opportunities, and an assimilative university culture. The Canada Job Market report of May 2024 encapsulated a net surge of 27,000 jobs and a staggering rise of 62,000 jobs in […] The post All You Need to Know About Canada Student Visa appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs, tests,
HelloCollege
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Over the past 20 years, technology has rapidly evolved, transforming our lives by making them better, easier, and smarter. As you begin your college application essays, you may think that AI, such as ChatGPT, can make writing easier, but this is only possible when AI is used responsibly, ethically, and correctly. In this article, we’ll explore the dos and don’ts of using ChatGPT for college essays and other application tasks.
The Koppelman Group
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
New York University, best known as NYU, is one of the most famous universities in the world, and one of the most sought after acceptances. Applying to NYU early is the best way of getting your foot in the door, but sometimes it doesn’t work out as planned — which is probably why you are reading this post. When you decided to apply to NYU early, though, you most likely didn’t see a deferral in your future.
College Transitions
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
Whether you are a language arts teacher or not, limericks are a great way to get your students thinking creatively and offer an engaging brain break. Because limericks follow a strict structure, they are usually easy to remember, learn, and recite.
Admissions.Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
When it comes to college admissions, your GPA is a major determinant of your potential options. Understanding where your GPA places you can help narrow down your college choices and ensure you’re applying to institutions that align with your academic profile. In this guide, we’ll explore how to find the best colleges that accept your GPA and provide a list of schools for each GPA range, from 3.3 to 3.8.
Top Tier Admissions
OCTOBER 4, 2024
I recently hosted Top Tier Admissions’ “Ask Me Anything” webinar, where we dove deep into the importance of having a solid early admissions strategy and all the perks that come with it. It was an open floor, where parents and students could literally ask me anything about the college admissions process. As the former Assistant Director of Admissions at Dartmouth and co-founder and CXO of TTA for over twenty years, I’ve seen it all, and the questions did not disappoint.
The Koppelman Group
OCTOBER 2, 2024
This wasn’t the situation you had in mind. Applying to Wake Forest Early Decision I or Early Action (for First-Gen Students) may have felt like a safe stretch, or maybe it was a big dream you knew not to bet on — but, either way, this isn’t the way you thought it would go. A yes would have been amazing and a no would have been a massive bummer, but a maybe wasn’t part of the plan.
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