BestColleges

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Over half of students (55%) would consider transferring if their college were to abolish diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Even more students (59%) say that if a college they were considering had abolished DEI initiatives, it would have impacted their decision to enroll. Hispanic and Latino/a students (60%) and Black students (59%) are most likely to say they would consider transferring compared to white students (52%) and students of other races (54%).

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Each year, RNL analyzes student satisfaction for institutions across the country. This review includes students at four-year private and public institution, two-year community colleges, along with students in graduate programs and online learners. As we have observed consistently over the years, online learners tend to be among the most satisfied students overall.

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road2college

OCTOBER 27, 2023

This article is sponsored by College Ave Student Loans, dedicated to helping students and families pay for higher education. Teaching. The post Help Your Young Adult Build Credit: Ensure Future Financial Success appeared first on Road2College.

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Colorado State University

OCTOBER 25, 2023

What is the Native American Heritage Application Fee waiver? Colorado State University is celebrating Native American students and Native American Heritage Month by waiving the admissions application fee. From November 1-30, 2023, anyone with a tribal affiliation or who identifies as Native American is invited to apply for free. The process is easy and only takes a few clicks.

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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This article breaks down the various parts of a financial aid package , so you can understand: How much debt will you be taking on with your financial aid offers? How much will you have to work with your offers? What about cost of living ? You’ll learn how to break down each piece of your financial aid offers. If you still have a gap, don’t be afraid to communicate with the financial aid office.

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 26, 2023

What do the latest employment and salary data tell us about the MBA market? Earlier this fall, my colleagues and I were selected to present a session at this year’s annual meeting of the Executive MBA Council. After past presentations of business-only findings from our national graduate studies, we wanted to add something even more helpful: employer market insights.

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road2college

OCTOBER 25, 2023

My son, a senior in high school, is constantly inundated with the following questions: Where are you going to college? The post 10 Reasons Why We Should Stop Pressuring Teens to Have It All Figured Out appeared first on Road2College.

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Admissions Mom

OCTOBER 21, 2023

Hello Beautiful Early Bird Seniors, It’s been exciting seeing so many of you completing your early apps and getting them submitted! Congrats and good luck to you all. ? ? For those of you still in the weeds — or even if you haven’t yet begun to dive in ?, I want to remind you to take time this week to just breathe. Write your little asses off and do the best you can, but remember to pause and breathe.

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 26, 2023

More universities need to adapt to the new enrollment realities. As I travel around the country talking to institutional leaders, I have realized that something has really shifted in higher education. The combination of the oncoming enrollment cliff and the pandemic’s abrupt and forced adoption of online learning has made more institutions than ever realize that the dramatic shift that everyone has been talking about for years is finally here.

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road2college

OCTOBER 26, 2023

One of the questions parents frequently ask is whether students should take the SAT or ACT. I always respond that. The post The Difference Between SAT and ACT appeared first on Road2College.

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Scoir

OCTOBER 27, 2023

If you’re a student considering applying to college, you've probably been told by many people in your life to create a college list. While that sounds simple enough, it can be overwhelming to start! In this blog post, we'll share 6 key tips to keep in mind as you get started making your college list (and following colleges on Scoir ). Ultimately, our hope is that this helps you develop a college list that makes sense to you and your educational goals—aka colleges that are good fits !

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Princeton College Consulting

OCTOBER 21, 2023

It's never too early to lay the groundwork for a successful future. As parents of middle-school students, the journey toward college might seem distant, but it's never too early to lay the groundwork for a successful future. We understand the complexities parents face and have introduced a unique " Counselor on Retainer " service to provide guidance and clarity.

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Programs need to serve students whose expectations have changed dramatically. Earlier this month, the Council of Graduate Schools (CGS) released their annual “Graduate Enrollment and Degrees 2012-2022” report. The headline in Inside Higher Education was that graduate enrollment contracted by 4.7 percent year-over-year (while applications rose by 3.9 percent).

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road2college

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Recently a parent in our Paying for College 101 Facebook group said her son had fallen into a depression after. The post 5 Ways to Help Your Child Handle Rejection From Their Top School appeared first on Road2College.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Reading Time: 7 minutes If your school has been trying to get new leads online , you might be familiar with lead-generation landing pages. These pages are used in various marketing campaigns, including email marketing, social media advertising, pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, and content marketing. Designed to convert visitors into leads, lead-generation landing pages are essential tools for schools to stand out in today’s digital landscape.

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Data Summary Check Just 30% of college students say that legacy admissions practices are fair. Check Overall, 32% agree that legacy admissions could have helped their chances of getting into the college of their choice versus the 46% who say the practice may have hurt their chances. Check Race or ethnicity (49%) and legacy status (43%) are the least important factors students say colleges should consider when accepting an applicant.

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Solomon Admissions

OCTOBER 27, 2023

As a busy high school student, you may feel overwhelmed by the pressure to maintain good grades, make and keep friends, and engage in community service. You may wonder why volunteering matters so much. The Importance of Community Engagement In the world of highly selective admissions, we are often asked, “how many hours do I have to contribute for my volunteering to count?

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road2college

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Parents play a crucial role in their teenagers’ lives, but sometimes, certain behaviors or actions can unintentionally push our teens. The post 8 Things Parents Do That Push Their Teens Away appeared first on Road2College.

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Scoir

OCTOBER 24, 2023

If you assume that grades, test scores, and transcripts are the only items that matter to admission officers, you’re missing the whole picture! We’d like to draw your attention to 6 little things that make a big difference when applying to college. ⭐ Check them out below!

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 26, 2023

#CaliforniansForAll College Corps is entering its second year of providing participating students with service opportunities in their communities. Areas of service include climate action, K-12 education, and food insecurity. Forty-six colleges and universities across the state have the program on their campus. After a year of service, participating students receive $10,000 for academic and living expenses.

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EAB

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Podcast Survey Highlights What Matters Most to Adult Learners Episode 170. October 24, 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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road2college

OCTOBER 24, 2023

As college admissions become increasingly competitive, it’s crucial to share stories of students who have triumphed through hard work, perseverance, The post From Dreaming to Achieving: How One Student Found the Perfect College on a Budget appeared first on Road2College.

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College Transitions

OCTOBER 21, 2023

If you hold strong political beliefs, then it makes sense to select a college that aligns with your views. Even if you do not consider yourself politically active, you still might consider a school whose core values mirror yours. As a matter of fact, this choice could enhance your overall college experience.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is currently ranked as the #2 university in the nation by the U.S. News and World Report and is best known for its scientific and technical research. The MIT community ethos is clearly stated on the Admissions + Aid website: “ Intensely curious and driven to explore, the people of MIT value rigorous analytical thinking, ingenuity, hands-on problem solving, and big new ideas.

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EAB

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Blogs 30 Student Success Priorities for the 2020s All my attention over the last two years has been spent studying the future of students and student success as we emerge from the pandemic. Notably, I am monitoring three macro trends that will converge in the mid-2020s and reshape the student success landscape. Our future will be written in large part based on how institutions respond to these challenges.

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Inside Emory Admission

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Hey there, fantastic readers! I hope everyone’s had an awesome past month, and it’s rolling into an even cooler one. It’s your favorite author, Javian Rojas, back with another blog post, and this time, we’re diving into the world of all things Dooley. Halloween’s just around the corner, so what better time to chat about our old pal, Mr.

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College Transitions

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Harvard Law School is one of the top law programs, tied with Duke University and New York University for #5 according to the U.S. News & World Report. As you may have guessed, it’s quite competitive to get into this program.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Before diving into the specifics, let’s define executive functioning. It refers to a set of mental skills that enable us to plan, organize, focus attention, regulate emotions, and adapt to changing situations. They also allow us to think ahead, communicate clearly, and problem solve. In essence, executive functions are the command center of the brain that helps individuals manage their daily lives effectively.

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Florida State University is pursuing the potential of private equity investments in its athletics program. Massive media contracts and NIL deals make college sports attractive to private investors. Abandoning their nonprofit status would have numerous implications for university athletics programs. Universities already have business deals with sports marketing companies that realize a percentage of revenues.

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Solomon Admissions

OCTOBER 27, 2023

As a busy high school student, you may feel overwhelmed by the pressure to maintain good grades, make and keep friends, and engage in community service. You may wonder why volunteering matters so much. The Importance of Community Engagement In the world of highly selective admissions, we are often asked, “how many hours do I… The post Why Does Volunteering and Community Engagement Matter?

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iSchoolConnect

OCTOBER 27, 2023

As a growing number of Indian scholars venture to the UK for their higher education ambitions, the escalating student housing dilemma emerges as a significant hurdle. Insights from both Indian students currently in the UK and experts shed light on this situation. Recent years have witnessed a surge in Indian students heading to the UK. […] The post Accommodation challenges: The untold story of Indian students in the UK appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Today, over 1,900 colleges and universities are test-optional and another 80+ colleges and universities are test-blind. As high school students approach the college application process – especially those students aiming for a seat at one of the nation’s most selective universities – the decision about whether or not to submit SAT or ACT scores as part of their applications is an important one.

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) granted the University of Oklahoma (OU) $16 million to create The Tribal, Rural, and Medically Underserved Communities in Oklahoma Pathways Program (TRU-OK) According to OU, all but two counties in the state are classified as primary care shortage areas. OU will support students through an online pre-medical program, scholarships, hands-on experiences, and stipends for travel to conferences.

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Cornell University Undergraduate Admissions Office

OCTOBER 27, 2023

By: Sushmi Majumder CALS ’25 Where are you applying? What do you want to study? How many applications are you sending out? When are you hearing back? Questions streamed on and on. I remember being overwhelmed by the college admissions process because of such probing questions. My peers viewed it as a competition or an invitation to be nosy. I then realized that college was a stage in my personal academic journey; no one else’s inquisitiveness and judgment mattered.

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iSchoolConnect

OCTOBER 27, 2023

When we think of Europe, Italy has cost-effective public universities that stand out, billing students roughly 1,000 EUR annually. Italy, historically and culturally rich, is synonymous with age-old treasures and exquisite cuisine. Rome, Italy’s capital, often dubbed the Eternal City, was the nexus of a colossal empire expanding from Britannia to Syria two millennia ago. […] The post Italy: Budget-friendly education with a historical touch appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All a

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Santa Clara University is a private, mid-sized Jesuit university in, you guessed it, Santa Clara, CA, aka Silicon Valley. SCU is best known for its business and engineering programs. They have extended their test-optional policy through 2024, and in previous years, only around 41% of admitted students submitted test scores. Their acceptance rate has fallen to around 44% , with their business and engineering schools typically being more competitive than their school of arts and sciences.

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Academic workers across the University of California system overwhelmingly voted to amalgamate, or merge, union locals. UAW 2865 represents 19,000 academic student employees and 17,000 graduate student researchers across University of California campuses. UAW 5810 represents between 9,000 and 11,000 postdoctoral scholars and academic researchers across the university system.

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