Ruffaloni
JANUARY 16, 2025
College planning has become far more complex than filling out forms and writing essays. RNLs research reveals a striking truth: Today’s students are overwhelmed, skeptical, and craving personalized guidance more than ever before. The modern student’s dilemma Picture this: Seven out of ten high school students find navigating the college application process challenging.
Grown & Flown
JANUARY 15, 2025
About a month ago, I texted my 17-year-old daughter while she was out, asking her to stop by the grocery store and pick up toilet paper. Once she handed me the goods, you would have thought I asked her to pay for Hamilton tickets from her checking account. Do you know how much this cost? she asked dramatically. It was $13.99 before taxes. Can you Venmo me that amount now?
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Admissions.Blog
JANUARY 17, 2025
The University of Southern California will release its Early Action decisions via students USC applicant portal s on Friday, January 17. USC received nearly 42,000 applications for Early Action, which is about 2% m ore than received last year. Of those 42,000, only approximately3,500 will be offered admission Early Action. All other applicants will be invited to defer to Regular Decision.
HEM (Higher Education Marketing)
JANUARY 15, 2025
Reading Time: 13 minutes Now more than ever, knowing how to recruit students online is essential for success. In 2025, brochures and campus visits alone are no longer enough. A successful student recruitment plan requires a blend of innovative digital tools, personalized engagement, and a deep understanding of student behavior. At Higher Education Marketing, weve spent years refining our approach to online student recruitment, and were excited to share ten proven strategies that can take your re
AdmissionSight
JANUARY 11, 2025
So, youre thinking about applying to UC Davis? Thats awesome! But before you hit send on your application, youre probably wondering, whats the UC Davis acceptance rate? You’re in the right place because we will break it down for you. Well talk about how competitive UC Davis is, what you can do to increase your chances, and other important details youll want to know before applying.
Grown & Flown
JANUARY 13, 2025
What should you do if your students first semester did not go as planned? First, dont panic. Many students struggle and then use those struggles to flourish. But it is time to have some serious conversations and develop a better game plan for the second semester. Start by level setting the expectations. When first-year college students struggle, they tend to get into a mindset that everybody is thriving except them.
Admissions.Blog
JANUARY 16, 2025
The University of Texas at Austin had promised its first cohort of Early Action applicants – students who were required to apply by the very early date of October 15, 2024 – an admissions decision by January 15, 2025. Well, January 15, 2025 came and went, and guest what? The majority of Early Action applicants have no admissions decision.
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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog
JANUARY 13, 2025
This week we welcome Assistant Director of Admission, Ashley Brookshire, to the blog. Welcome, Ashley! If you were with us for last months blog , then hopefully you are aware of (and perhaps even embracing?) the gray-area that is college admission. In keeping with that theme, lets venture to a topic that some of you may find highly relevant as college admission decisions are being released: deferrals.
Princeton College Consulting
JANUARY 12, 2025
Many of us are familiar with the standard elements of a college applicationsuch as your academic background, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation. While these are all important components of an applicants profile, you might still wonder: What do admissions committees really look for when evaluating a candidate? While each university has its own assessment process, there are core criteria that every reader focuses on.
Admissions.Blog
JANUARY 13, 2025
This admissions cycle, Purdue University received more than 63,000 applications by its November 1 Early Action deadline, which is an increase of nearly 8,000 applicants from just last year. This increase occurred despite the fact that Purdue is test expected. Yet, only 53,000 Early Action applicants submitted a test score with their applications (!).
road2college
JANUARY 17, 2025
“Dear Roadie, Our son is a stellar student with a 4.4 GPA and an SAT score of 1400. He recently. The post Dear Roadie: Should I Support My Straight-A Son Going to Trade School? appeared first on Road2College.
Peterson's Blog
JANUARY 14, 2025
Unlock Students Potential: Introducing Our New Classic Learning Test Prep (CLT Prep)getting them closer to a score highlighting their college admissions strengths. What is the CLT Test? The CLT, or Classic Learning Test , is a standardized test to gauge academic readiness and abilities for college by examining critical thinking and aptitude. It is similar to ACT and SAT as scores can qualify students for academic scholarships, like Bright Future, and grant acceptance into universities.
AdmissionSight
JANUARY 17, 2025
The United States puts heavy importance on higher education, which can be seen in its overwhelming number of 4,000 different institutions across the nation. But what state has the most colleges? If youre applying to college, this information also helps you explore different options in your region to find your best fit. In this blog, well give a list of U.S. states that have the most colleges and also touch on other related topics.
Simply Admissions
JANUARY 16, 2025
With every new year comes a fresh slate and a wave of resolutionsmany of which start strong in January but fade by February. However, the new year also brings a new semester, offering a perfect opportunity to align your academic goals with actionable steps. Heres how you can turn your academic resolutions into reality in 2025. Setting Goals That Stick The key to achieving your goals is intentionality.
Great College Advice
JANUARY 14, 2025
We are often asked whether it is too early to start the college admissions process in the 10 th grade. The answer is, like many things in life, it depends. If you are keenly interested in the college process and motivated to get started, the spring semester of 10 th grade is a perfect time to begin exploring the world of college admissions. 10 th grade is an exciting time as you have hopefully found a nice rhythm between your academics, extracurriculars, and social life.
Peterson's Blog
JANUARY 16, 2025
As one of the first high school standardized tests a student takes, the PSAT can set the stage for teenagers’ expectations of themselves and future exams. The test is a critical milestone for expressing academic and college readiness; your students’ confidence on test day often reflects how well-prepared they are. How have you helped prepare and bolster their abilities, contributing to PSAT test day success?
AdmissionSight
JANUARY 15, 2025
Getting into college can feel like trying to win the lottery: stressful, unpredictable, and honestly, a little unfair sometimes. But heres the good news: not every college is out here acting like the bouncer at an exclusive club. Some are practically throwing the doors open, saying, Hey, weve been waiting for you! These are the easiest colleges to get into, and lucky for you, weve rounded them up.
College Essay Guy
JANUARY 11, 2025
Thinking about college in New York? Cool, but also, a heads up: New Yorks public universities are 13% more expensive than the national average. Private schools? Theyre nearly 28% higher. Even community colleges in the state can cost almost 60% more than the nationwide average. But dont let those numbers scare you off just yet! There are scholarships specifically for students like you who live in or plan to attend school in New York.
Discovery College Consulting
JANUARY 14, 2025
It seems as though college admissions has become increasingly more competitive over the last several years. Many colleges, especially the most selective ones, have reported record numbers of applications year after year. But since most of these schools have not increased the size of their freshman class, more applications have resulted in more denials and higher selectivity.
Niche
JANUARY 15, 2025
Our last post introduced you to Goodkind (now part of Niche), a cutting-edge communications platform that helps K-12 schools and higher ed institutions build better relationships with students and families. How? Keep reading. This post takes a closer look at some of the most effective Goodkind-enabled tools for improving the way you move students and parents through the admissions process.
AdmissionSight
JANUARY 15, 2025
Imagine this: youre calculating your cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) and slowly realizing that its not going above a 3.0so you cant get into an Ivy League school now. One of your options would be to search for colleges that accept low GPAs. A low GPA wont automatically disqualify you from higher education since many colleges recognize that academic performance alone doesnt define a students potential.
Top Tier Admissions
JANUARY 17, 2025
Duke University , a private institution in Durham, North Carolina, admitted a record-low 12.8% of Early Decision applicants to the Class of 2029 after receiving a record-high number of applications, according to the Duke Chronicle. DUKE ACCEPTANCE RATE This year marked the universitys fifth test-optional admissions cycle. Last year, Duke had an overall acceptance rate of 5.1% for the Class of 2028.
College Transitions
JANUARY 13, 2025
One of the most visited cities on the planet, Orlando draws millions of tourists every single year. Other than Miami, NYC, and Los Angeles it is the top destination spot for travelers in the US, thanks to attractions like Disney World and Universal.
Emerging College Consulting
JANUARY 13, 2025
The post The Joy of Running Through College Visits: The Unscripted Adventure appeared first on Emerging Educational Consulting.
AdmissionSight
JANUARY 17, 2025
Want to get into the University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) ? While many factors influence your chances of admission to this prestigious school, understanding UC Berkeleys GPA requirements is essential. UC Berkeley is competitive, so meeting the minimum GPA requirements is just the beginning. Let’s break down everything you need to know about UC Berkeleys GPA and other requirements, and how you can boost your chances of getting in.
Admissions Mom
JANUARY 15, 2025
Before I get started with all the amazing colleges still looking for students like you, I’m gonna link some posts you might find helpful at this stage of the admissions journey: My latest post about handling decisions, deferrals, LOCIs, and more So you were Deferred. What do to now? It’s time to think about writing that Letter of Continued Interest!
HelloCollege
JANUARY 16, 2025
Filling out applications, perfecting your resume , dissecting supplemental essay prompts, and spending hourseven dayswriting the perfect personal statement college applications are time time-consuming. But what if you could skip all that? Lucky for you, more and more colleges are foregoing the traditional application process in favor of direct admissions.
The Koppelman Group
JANUARY 16, 2025
So, you want to transfer to Stanford? We get why. Stanford is an elite private research university in Californias Silicon Valley. It is world-famous for its STEM majors, sports, and cutting-edge research. Stanford is also known for being competitive to get into. In 2023 (their most recent published data), their first-year acceptance rate was only 4%.
AdmissionSight
JANUARY 14, 2025
Does MIT do legacy? The short answer is no. MIT doesnt give preferential treatment to legacy applicants, unlike many other elite colleges. MIT is all about keeping things fair and sticking to its reputation as a school built on merit and innovation. No matter how many generations of your family have walked its hallowed halls, youve got to earn your spot the same way everyone else does, by being exceptional.
Top Tier Admissions
JANUARY 16, 2025
If youre a high school student dreaming of a world-class education and an international career, heres a little-known opportunity to have on your radar. The U.K. has created a golden ticket for graduates of top universities with its High Potential Individual (HPI) visa program. And guess what? Many of the U.S. universities on the list could be your future school.
HelloCollege
JANUARY 14, 2025
College is the ultimate gateway to expanding your horizons academically, socially, and professionally. While four years may seem like a long time, between classes, football games, internships , and more, the time will fly by. Participating in dual enrollment in high school can be a great way to make the most of your college experience. By earning college credits early, dual enrollment can save you time, reduce tuition costs, and help you explore advanced coursework before even stepping onto a co
The Koppelman Group
JANUARY 12, 2025
Tufts received 1,536 transfer applicants for admission in the fall of 2023, and admitted 196 students for an acceptance rate of only 12.8%. They only accept transfers for fall start, but provide a fair amount of information about what they look for in transfer applicants, and how to stand out should you choose to apply. In this post well distill what you need to know if youre considering applying to Tufts as a transfer, and dig into the crucial pieces of the application that you must ace if you
AdmissionSight
JANUARY 13, 2025
Choosing a college is a huge decision, and housing is definitely one of the things youll want to think about. At the University of Chicago , the dorms are where youll meet new people, get involved in the community, and even build lasting friendships. So, if youre wondering what to expect from the University of Chicago dorms, youre in the right place!
Shemmassian Academic Consulting
JANUARY 17, 2025
Which are the best medical schools in Tennessee? Discover the Tennessee medical school rankings, plus strategies to get into your top-choice programs There are five medical schools in Tennessee Part 1: Introduction Part 2: List of medical schools in Tennessee: 2025 rankings and admissions statistics Part 3: Tennessee medical school profiles Part 4: Tennessee medical school admissions strategies Appendix A: Tennessee medical schools by degree type Appendix B: Tennessee medical schools by institut
Grown & Flown
JANUARY 15, 2025
Nothing had made me prouder than when my daughter announced this fall that she intended to apply Early Decision to the college of her dreams. On a good day, it takes her an hour to decide whether to wear sneakers or Uggs or put cream cheese or butter on her bagel. So making this decision was an enormous feat. Teen reading bad college rejection news online (By Antonio Guillem/ Shutterstock) I was happy that my daughter applied early decision to college Its an achievement for any high school senio
The Koppelman Group
JANUARY 17, 2025
Dartmouth is not known for accepting a ton of transfers. Actually, theyre known for the opposite. They accept very few. Very, very few. In recent years, they say , Dartmouth has enrolled between a handful and two dozen new transfer students. For students enrolling in the fall of 2023, Dartmouth received nearly 800 applications, but accepted only a dozen applicants.
AdmissionSight
JANUARY 14, 2025
When applying for colleges , youll probably come across whats known as a FERPA waiver, asking you if you want to give up your rights. But what exactly is FERPA, and is it a good idea to waive your rights? Before making any decision, its important to know what all of this means and how it fits into your college application process. In this guide, well discuss what FERPA rights are for and why waiving them is usually the best option.
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