Ruffaloni
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
For over a decade now I have led strategic enrollment planning work at RNL. It’s my pleasure and feeds my passion to work with colleges and universities of every size, type, and mission to create strategic enrollment plans that help them respond to a turbulent environment and to align with ever-changing academic demands, employment needs, and student diversity.
Enrollment Catalyst
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
I love football and the season that we are in now. With only a week before the Super Bowl, we can see how teams have performed and succeeded on the field. As it is in most sports, it takes an entire team of skilled players in the right positions working together to win the game. Your school’s enrollment marketing team is no different. It takes a team that is dedicated to your enrollment marketing efforts in order to achieve your goals.
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PrepScholar
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
SAT scores for the past few years have shown a marked decline, particularly since 2006, which can be attributed to various causes. In this article, we provide you with some charts showing the average SAT trends from 1972 to 2022 as well as the variation in SAT scores by ethnicity.
College Transitions
JANUARY 31, 2023
If you are a fan of podcasts like Serial, documentaries like Making a Murderer, and the billions of similar wrongful convictions stories that have been chronicled across various mediums in recent years, then you are.
EAB
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Blogs Fundraising During Uncertain Times: What Not to Do The first two decades of the 21st century have already witnessed several major disruptions with significant economic impacts, from three recessions to the pandemic to today’s hiring crisis. And with the threat of another recession looming, EAB has received requests for guidance on higher-education philanthropy amidst uncertain times.
BestColleges
JANUARY 30, 2023
The University of California and California State University systems would see a 5% base increase in funding. California Community Colleges would see a little over $652 million of ongoing funding under the proposed plan. The budget also proposes delays to capital projects including new schools as well as to the construction and renovation of student housing properties.
Essay Hell
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Sorry, Artificial Intelligence Won’t Save You From the Dreaded College App Essay. Yet. When I first heard about ChatGPT, and how this new artificial intelligence bot could write academic essays for students–and their teachers couldn’t tell the difference–I thought, “Ugh oh, looks like no one is going to need my services anymore” for help writing their college application essays.
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EAB
JANUARY 30, 2023
Blogs Creating a data-informed campus: part 3 Using data to facilitate institutional effectiveness The conversation around data-informed decision making in higher education continues to accelerate. In the life of a campus information technology or institutional research professional, rarely a day goes by that data is not positioned as a universal solution, whether by a vendor or the higher education media.
BestColleges
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
My first day on campus was terrifying. Our family couldn't afford to make the trip to visit campus prior to my arrival as a first-year student, so the entire environment was new to me. Adding to this stress was the fact that I was the first in my family to attend a university — so my parents were just as lost in the process as I was. My experience as a first-generation college student shaped how I saw both my campus community and the world.
HelloCollege
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
High school seniors are getting ready to make one of the biggest decisions of their lives. While you might feel anxious about choosing the college or university you will attend next year, it’s important that you consider your options carefully. That way, you can be sure that, wherever you finally decide to attend school, you’ll have a wonderful time and be on track to get a great education.
Revolution Tutors
JANUARY 30, 2023
Were you too busy making art, taking writing classes, and acting professionally and completely missed MFA deadlines this year? Do not worry; now is the perfect time to start preparing for next year. Let’s talk through your application timeline, the different elements of an MFA application, and help you stay on top of important deadlines for the fall application cycle.
EAB
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Blogs What could virtual reality mean for higher ed? EAB regularly co-hosts an event called the Presidential Experience Lab with an out-of-sector organization or company that has something innovative to teach college and university leaders—past partners have included Zappos, Google, LinkedIn, Slack, and IDEO, each focusing on different lessons uncovered in their growth and potential applications to higher education.
Anna Ivey Consulting
JANUARY 30, 2023
Choosing Your Senior Year Courses For most of you, it’s time to choose which courses you will take in your final year of high school. While it might be tempting to dial it back academically, you really can’t do that if you aspire to get into a selective college. Here’s what you need to know: College admissions officers use a three-prong analysis to evaluate your academic record: Curriculum : What courses you take Rigor : How demanding those courses are Performance : How you do in those courses Y
Estrela Consulting Blog
JANUARY 30, 2023
It's a record year for Estrela early acceptances! We are thrilled to share this incredible list of our Class of 2023 Early Action and Early Decision I results. We are so proud of our students who have collectively received offers of admission to 120 different colleges and universities from across the U.S. and around the world so far. In addition, our Estrela students have already been awarded more than $6 MILLION in merit-based scholarships!
PrepScholar
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Wondering how to get into UC Berkeley? Getting accepted to Berkeley can be tough. How hard is it to get into Berkeley? In 2021-2022 , Berkeley's acceptance rate was 15%. This makes UC Berkeley a "strongly competitive school" : it's not quite as ultra-competitive as Ivy League schools , but you'll need to have a strong application across the board in order to get accepted.
College Essay Guy
JANUARY 30, 2023
Once you get into college, essay writing becomes a way of life. It’s only fitting, then, that getting into your dream college often involves writing one or more college essays as part of your application process. However, many students struggle with one big question: “what should I write my college essay about?” To maximize your chances of getting accepted, you need to know how to write college essay topics that stand out.
Princeton College Consulting
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
While being deferred or waitlisted can be disappointing and in many respects can feel like a rejection, it is important to understand what being deferred or waitlisted means. A student can be deferred after applying Early Decision or Early Action and a deferral simply means that your application will be moved from the early pool and reconsidered with the regular applicant pool.
Solomon Admissions
JANUARY 31, 2023
The liberal arts provide a foundation of knowledge from learning about different topics, thinking critically about ideas, formulating arguments, communicating, and solving problems. It is a traditional form of higher learning and prepares students for various professions. It is not a political affiliation. More subjects than expected fall under the umbrella of liberal arts.
PrepScholar
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Transferring from one school to another is a wise or even necessary choice for many students, but it's not without obstacles. College transfer acceptance rates are actually lower than freshman acceptance rates , meaning competition is higher. This might sound like it's cause for alarm, but, like applying as a freshman, it just means you need to be prepared.
road2college
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
This story was first shared in our Paying for College 101 Facebook community. It’s been edited for clarity and flow. The post Scholarship Renewal Tips and Truths appeared first on Road2College.
BestColleges
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Food ordering and delivery service Grubhub is launching a partnership with Topanga.io, a reusable packaging management platform. The ReusePass program will allow students on participating campuses to opt into reusable containers when ordering on-campus food on the Grubhub app. Topanga.io's "track-and-trace" technology uses QR codes to trace the containers to ensure they are returned to be sanitized and used again.
College Essay Guy
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) What’s the difference between college vs university? What is a college? What is a liberal arts college? What is a community college? What is a technical or vocational college? What is a university? Pros and cons of college vs university Should you choose a college or university? We’re just going to be honest here … figuring out your path after high school can be confusing and daunting!
PrepScholar
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
If the stage calls your name, and you're interested in pursuing a degree in one of the performing arts (theatre/dance/music) in California, then this article is for you. I've compiled a comprehensive list of all of the universities and conservatory programs in California that offer performing arts degrees (Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate's).
College Transitions
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
College Transitions’ list of the Best Private Schools in Maryland will focus primarily on our area of expertise—college admissions. As such, we will highlight the job each school does of sending their graduates on to.
BestColleges
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
There are many benefits to creating an alumni network. Professional networking tools allow you to "warm contact" alumni. Ways to connect with alumni include interviews, alumni associations, and events. You can ask alumni both professional and social questions to network. If you've just graduated from college, congratulations! You've accomplished something to be proud of.
College Essay Guy
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
The short answer is yes, you can apply to college as a junior. But … should you? Maybe if you have an outstanding academic record, near-perfect test scores, and a resume that's beaming with extracurricular achievements. Still, it may not be the best idea. Why? In this blog post, we’ll show you as we discuss: Pros and cons of applying to college junior year How applying as a junior might affect the outcome of your college applications The typical college application timeline Better ways to prepar
PrepScholar
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
Yale is one of the most competitive schools on the planet to get into. If you're wondering how to make your application stand out from the crowd, you're in the right place. In this article, we'll go over everything you need to know about how to get into Yale, including how hard it really is to get into Yale, what Yale is looking for in its students, what test scores and grades you need, and how to ace your Yale application essays.
The Koppelman Group
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
If you’re thinking of pursuing an art degree in college, you may have heard the phrase “Creative Arts” somewhere in your research. Some colleges do offer undergraduate degrees in “Creative Arts,” but most of those schools aren’t particularly prestigious and many only offer them as two-year degrees. When we work with students, we encourage them to consider colleges that offer more specific degrees in the arts, and that have a strong name recognition as an impressive, prestigious, and good-value i
BestColleges
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
SwiftStudent is a free online resource that helps students request changes to their financial aid packages. Many students aren't aware that they can request financial aid changes, said Abigail Seldin, one of the tool's architects. SwiftStudent includes a wide range of guides and templates to help students successfully apply for financial aid changes.
College Essay Guy
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Pepperoni or cheese? Stay up late to finish that essay or wake up early? Taking IB vs AP classes? All important questions in the life of a high school student, but here we’re only going to help you tackle that last one. And before we dive in, we do want to remind you that with a little research and some careful consideration of what your goals and interests are, this doesn’t have to be an agonizing decision.
PrepScholar
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
The State University of New York system of colleges—commonly known as SUNY—encompasses some 64 different campuses throughout New York. These campuses include research universities, community colleges, and even specific programs housed at other universities like Cornell. Though this means that students who want to attend SUNY schools have plenty of choices, it also means that the SUNY application can feel something like a maze of options.
EAB
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Blogs Have Gen Z search behaviors returned to “normal”? What new data tells us about in-person and virtual engagement As the pandemic recedes into the background and in-person interactions become the norm once again, many of our partners have been wondering how much they should continue to support virtual programming and resources. For enrollment teams, there is limited effort, time, and money that can be spent on events and outreach, so it’s natural to ask whether virtual options should go the
iSchoolConnect
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
About Monash University Monash University is a modern, global, research-intensive university that provides education and research excellence in Australia and throughout the Indo-Pacific region. The university makes a positive impact on today’s global challenges, whether it is through climate change mitigation, geopolitical insecurity reduction, or the promotion of healthy communities.
College Essay Guy
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
What’s a good GPA in high school? We’ll dive into how to answer that question, but a heads up that it’s a little bit like trying to answer, “what’s a good pizza?” or “what’s a good book?” While there are specific and necessary “ingredients” that make a pizza a pizza (cheese—this is non-negotiable, by the way), a book a book (words or pictures on a page—this one might actually be negotiable), or a GPA a GPA (grades), there is also a lot that is subjective about each of these.
PrepScholar
JANUARY 31, 2023
Affirmative action is one of the most hotly debated topics in college admissions today. With the recent filing of two lawsuits against elite colleges in the US, people are reconsidering how affirmative action affects college admissions—and whether colleges should change their affirmative action policies. If you’re applying to college and wondering how the affirmative action debate will affect admissions, keep reading!
Emerging College Consulting
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
The post Building Financial Wealth for College Bound Students appeared first on Emerging Educational Consulting.
Great College Advice
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
How do you choose the best Common App essay topic? I tell students that virtually any topic will work. However, a good Common Application essay has two critical elements. First, it must tell an interesting story in which you are the main character (the protagonist!). Second, you (the author!) must provide some reflection and analysis of what the story means to you.
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