Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Connections reflects an evolution in data privacy during the college search process. “ Search is dead.” I suspect you may have heard this sentiment. I know we have. And while we don’t subscribe to that belief, our team at RNL agrees that student search is evolving. Regardless of how we feel about this shifting landscape, it is shifting, and it is an evolution that RNL is helping our campus partners stay ahead of.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

HBCU presidents play a key role in student success and stakeholder relationships. The mass departure of HBCU presidents raises questions about the impact on the schools. Conflicts with university boards and financial constraints are among the reasons for departures. The departure of an HBCU president can have destabilizing effects on staff and donor giving.

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PrepScholar

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

The personal statement might just be the hardest part of your college application. Mostly this is because it has the least guidance and is the most open-ended. One way to understand what colleges are looking for when they ask you to write an essay is to check out the essays of students who already got in—college essays that actually worked. After all, they must be among the most successful of this weird literary genre.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Discover the UC Berkeley acceptance rate and admissions requirements, plus strategies to get accepted Part 1: Introduction Part 2: UC Berkeley admissions requirements Part 3: 2023–2024 UC Berkeley personal insight questions - Part 1: Introduction If your child is a forward-thinking student with a passion to challenge the status quo and make their mark on the world, they might be interested in applying to the University of California, Berkeley.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

This blog was co-authored with Derek Flynn and Adam Connolly We have had many disruptors in higher education over the last several years, and this year, we have a new one that will have a major impact on financial aid awarding: the Student Aid Index. Watch our webinar for more strategies and insights. The Student Aid Index (SAI) is one of three parts of the Appropriations Act of 2021: FAFSA simplification, the SAI, and changes to the Pell Grant calculation.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Bringing a child into the world can be a life-altering experience. When combined with the rigors of graduate school, the challenges can be overwhelming. Trust me, I know. I gave birth to my first daughter in the late summer of 2019 — just a few months before the pandemic hit, which forced us all to study remotely. I was in a trial-by-fire situation where I had to re-learn how to be a full-time graduate student and instructor while caring for my infant at home.

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PrepScholar

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

The SAT suite of exams is officially switching from a paper-and-pencil format to a new, digital format in 2024. That means big changes are in store for educators and students. In this article, we’ll answer your questions about the digital SAT so you’ll know what to expect from the new format. We’ll cover: A complete timeline for when the new digital SAT and PSAT will be implemented in schools How the digital SAT and PSAT will be different in terms of content and format How the digital exams will

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

High school years are some of the most challenging times for families. Grades, curfew, dating, piercings, and choice of friends are among the most stressful issues families and their teens must navigate. On top of that, there is a key topic that occupies families from the start of high school to graduation—college planning! Teenagers also change dramatically physically, emotionally, and academically from entering high school to graduation.

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road2college

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

You’ve filled out the FAFSA and received your EFC or tried an EFC calculator. Now you’re asking, Why is my. The post Why Is My EFC so High and What Does it Mean? appeared first on Road2College.

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THE SOUTHERN SCOPE – COLLEGE ADMISSIONS BLOG

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Volume 23, Issue 1 – September 2023 Member Spotlight: Terry Chevako Bava, Best Fit College Counseling (PR) Watch List: This Year’s Hot Topics NACAC Conference Bound A Quick Word: SACAC Annual Conference Proposals Member Spotlight Terry Chevako Bava, Best Fit College Counseling (PR) Q: How long have you been in this role? A: I’ve been independent since 2019 and have been working in college consulting for more than a decade.

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College Transitions

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Before we reveal the National Merit Scholarship PSAT score cutoff by state in 2023-2024 and National Merit Scholarship requirements, a short history lesson…In 1955, the headlines were dominated by earth-shaking events such as Rosa Parks’ act of civil disobedience that set off the Montgomery Bus Boycott, athletic triumphs like the long-suffering Brooklyn Dodgers finally defeating […]

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PSAT Scholarships ACT In-State 98

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

How hard is it to get into Princeton? Learn strategies and review sample Princeton supplemental essays learn how to get into princeton Part 1: Introduction Part 2: Princeton admission requirements Part 3: Applying to Princeton early action vs. regular decision Part 4: 2023–2024 Princeton supplemental essays (examples included) - "My son. who was advised by you. has been accepted by Princeton University.

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Ivy League Out-of-State Loans Acceptance 98

PrepScholar

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Your SAT scores are an important part of your application, especially as the applicant pool gets bigger and more competitive every year. So how can you make sure colleges will consider your very best scores? This article will discuss the colleges that superscore the SAT. After giving you a list of every college that superscores the SAT, I'll talk about how you can use this information strategically as you prepare to apply to college.

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road2college

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

If you’ve filled out the FAFSA and come back with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of 00000, you might think. The post What Does an EFC of 00000 Mean? appeared first on Road2College.

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College Transitions

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Emory’s 16% acceptance rate for the Class of 2027 came after they received approximately 33,000 applicants for admission, numbers that have held steady over the past several years. Whether applying to Emory College, Oxford College, or both, applicants to this prestigious Atlanta-based research university face an epically challenging admissions process ahead.

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Acceptance Admissions Applications University 98

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

How hard is it to get into UCLA? Discover the UCLA acceptance rate and admissions requirements to improve your odds of getting accepted Part 1: Introduction Part 2: UCLA admissions requirements Part 3: 2023–2024 UCLA personal insight questions - Part 1: Introduction If your child is an exceptional student and dreams of attending a prestigious school in sunny Southern California, it’s likely you’re already considering the University of California, Los Angeles.

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Extracurricular Standardized Testing Tuition Acceptance 98

PrepScholar

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Whether you're currently studying to take the ACT or took it in 2016-2022, you might be curious about how your ACT percentile compares to students who took the ACT in past years. In this article, we'll go over what percentiles are, how percentiles work on the ACT, and why ACT percentiles matter. We also lay out ACT percentile charts for 2016 , 2017 , 2018 , 2019 , 2020, 2021, and 2022 so you can see how your score compares to historical ACT scores.

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ACT 98

road2college

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

While work-study or your garden variety part-time job are some of the most traditional ways to make money in college, The post Comprehensive Guide to Co-Op Colleges: Where Education Meets Practical Experience appeared first on Road2College.

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Education Education High School Programs 98

BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

There are more than 300 CSWE-accredited MSW dual degree programs in the U.S. Dual degree programs allow you to pursue two degrees simultaneously. Having a dual MSW degree can help you address multifaceted social issues. Why explore a master of social work (MSW) dual degree program? These programs offer several advantages, especially if you want to make a difference in complex issues, such as public health or law, or want to start an independent social work practice.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

How hard is it to get into Brown? Learn acceptance rates and admissions requirements, plus how to ace the Brown supplemental essays LEARN HOW TO GET INTO BROWN UNIVERSITY Part 1: Introduction Part 2: Brown admissions requirements Part 3: Applying to Brown early decision vs. regular decision Part 4: 2023–2024 Brown supplemental essays - Part 1: Introduction So, you and your child are gearing up for college application season and it’s clear that they might be a contender for a prestigious Ivy Leag

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College Transitions

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Want to experience the business world? There’s a wide variety of paths when it comes to business careers, whether you’d like to work at a tech firm, a nonprofit organization, or on the business side of healthcare. Perhaps you’re interested in finance roles, or maybe you’re more drawn to marketing and communications.

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road2college

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Explore the history and benefits of the National Honor Society (NHS), an organization established in 1921 that fosters academic excellence, The post National Honor Society Guide: Benefits, Tips to Get In, and Choosing a Path appeared first on Road2College.

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SSA Online College Prep

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Mistakes are part of the learning process. We create a safe space where mistakes are seen as an opportunity to learn and grow. Find out more on our blog ! Mistakes Are Opportunities to Learn! Mistakes are essential in learning I think the most important element of the way that we teach at SSA is let the kids know that this is a safe space to make mistakes.

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Test Prep Financial Aid Retention SAT 98

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Explore the Boston University acceptance rate and admission requirements, plus a sample BU essay Part 1: Introduction Part 2: Boston University admissions requirements Part 3: Applying to Boston University early decision vs. regular decision Part 4: 2023–2024 Boston University supplemental essays - Part 1: Introduction If your child would like to attend a world-class, private research university in a history-filled city on the East Coast, Boston University should be at the top of their list.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Recent lawsuits have alleged wage discrimination against women professors. Across academia, women professors make 82% of what their colleagues who are men earn. The gender pay gap has been surprisingly stable over the past several decades. Long before it became co-ed, Vassar College in Upstate New York was one of the country’s leading women’s colleges.

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Higher Education Field of Study Out-of-State Scholarships 97

road2college

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

As a parent who has just finished the college admissions process with your student, you probably feel maxed out on. The post Mental Health in College Students: A Guide for Families and Friends appeared first on Road2College.

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Admissions 98

HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Reading Time: 8 minutes It is not a secret that artificial intelligence tools entered the marketing and advertising world to change how things work. While some adopt these tools without questions, others use them with caution to ensure ethics and work quality are respected. At HEM, for instance, we continue to be a specialist-led digital marketing agency that leverages the latest AI tools to deliver the best results possible for our clients.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Learn the UCSD acceptance rate, average GPA, and application requirements to improve your UCSD admissions odds Part 1: Introduction Part 2: UCSD admissions requirements Part 3: 2023–2024 UCSD personal insight questions - Part 1: Introduction If your child loves the sun and dreams of receiving a world-class education alongside an intentional, diverse community of ambitious peers, they should consider applying to the University of California, San Diego.

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Extracurricular GPA Acceptance Out-of-State 98

Scoir

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

This is an abridged version of a recent podcast episode where we sit down with a high school counselor to discuss why colleges should rethink their strategy when it comes to purchasing student names and contact information. Our guest Dustin Lynn, Director of College Counseling at Battleground Academy in Franklin, TN, shares insightful information for admissions and enrollment management leaders to consider when deciding on top of funnel strategies.

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road2college

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

If you have a student planning for college, you’re probably aware of the current student loan crisis and the ramifications. The post How Much Student Loan is Too Much? Unveiling the Answers & Strategies for 2023 appeared first on Road2College.

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Solomon Admissions

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Students spend hours, weeks, and even years committing to activities they hope will make them stand out in the college admissions process. Does it really make a difference if you play soccer, volunteer as a math tutor, play the piano, serve as president of the student council, or write for the school newspaper? As a consultant, I emphasize the importance of engagement both in and out of the classroom to my clients.

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Extracurricular Admissions Out-of-State GPA 79

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Learn how hard it is to get into Yale, admissions requirements, and read successful essay examples LEARN HOW TO GET INTO YALE Part 1: Introduction Part 2: Yale admissions requirements Part 3: Applying to Yale early action vs. regular decision Part 4: 2023–2024 Yale supplemental essays (examples included) - Part 1: Introduction As you research, visit, and imagine your child attending an Ivy League or Ivy Plus school, your mind has likely flitted to New Haven, Connecticut, home to Yale University.

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Ivy League Letters of Recommendation Financial Aid GPA 98

PrepScholar

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Have you taken the SAT recently? Are you wondering whether your score is bad? Or maybe you just want to know the score to beat before you take the SAT for the first time? In this article, we'll explain what a bad SAT score is, both in terms of the national averages and the colleges you might be interested in.

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SAT 97

BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The Worcester Polytechnic Institute will offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in financial technology (fintech). Fintech includes a variety of ways technology can bolster or automate finance for consumers and businesses, like online payment services or cryptocurrency. The field is set for explosive growth over the next decade, with revenues projected to swell to $1.5 trillion by 2030.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Podcast Will the SCOTUS Ruling Influence Financial Aid Strategy? Episode 165. September 12, 2023. Welcome to the Office Hours with EAB podcast. You can join the conversation on social media using #EABOfficeHours. Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud and Stitcher or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

How hard is it to get into Caltech? Learn Caltech’s admission requirements and discover strategies to write great Caltech supplemental essays to increase your chances of being admitted LEARN HOW TO GET INTO CALTECH Part 1: Introduction Part 2: Caltech admissions requirements Part 3: Applying to Caltech early action vs. regular decision Part 4: 2023–2024 Caltech supplemental essays (examples included) - Part 1: Introduction If your child has a passion for STEM and is a competitive applicant for I

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Ivy League Financial Aid Early Decision Acceptance 98

Top Tier Admissions

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Dreaming of attending college in sunny Los Angeles, California ? If you’ve been doing your homework on universities in southern California, chances are you’ve read about the perennial rivalry between UCLA and USC, which has probably left you wondering: which school is better, UCLA or USC? While there’s no simple answer, there are a number of key differences that are important to keep in mind as you prepare to apply to college.

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