Enrollment Builders

MAY 28, 2023

"He who fails to plan is planning to fail," Winston Churchill famously said. While he was speaking about war plans in World War II, his words of wisdom hold true for contemporary enrollment management. Having a strategic enrollment management plan for your institution means you’re more likely to succeed in establishing priorities, combatting uncertainty, and achieving your student enrollment goals.

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Enrollment Catalyst

MAY 31, 2023

Assessments are a regular part of our lives. Whether it is for your annual physical at the doctor’s office or a new home remodeling project, the process begins with an assessment. Let’s take your car as an example. You drive your car all the time, most likely daily. You rely upon your car to provide dependable transportation to get you where you need to go.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 2, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of college admissions, each passing year brings its own set of transformations and trends. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has released its admissions data for the Class of 2027. This year, the application numbers for the MIT Class of 2027 plummeted. MIT received a total of 26,914 applications. MIT admissions officers observed a decrease in the number of applications from the 33,796 applications received for the Class of 2026.

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Spark Admissions

MAY 30, 2023

Every year, college admission rates seem to get lower. This might be expected at Ivy League schools like Harvard University, Yale University, and Brown University, whose admission rates have dropped to record lows in recent years. But the trend is widespread at selective schools. Last year, schools like Tufts University, Northeastern University, New York University (NYU), and Tulane University all saw their admission rates drop below 10%.

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Enrollment Builders

MAY 28, 2023

Since COVID-19 wreaked havoc on every facet of life, colleges and universities have experienced an enrollment decline of about 1 million students, which is more than 5 percent in a little more than two years. 1 Strategic Enrollment Management (or SEM) has never been more critical for institutions that are working to attract the right students, balance academics with the needs of the market, and focus on long-term student success—especially in today’s environment where increasing numbers of stude

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College Transitions

JUNE 2, 2023

Like many other elite private colleges, Johns Hopkins University has fared quite well in higher education’s selectivity arms race since the start of the present millennium. As the Baltimore Sun reported back in 1996, the.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 2, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of college admissions, each passing year brings its own set of transformations and trends. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has released its admissions data for the Class of 2027. This year, the application numbers for the MIT Class of 2027 plummeted. MIT received a total of 26,914 applications. MIT admissions officers observed a decrease in the number of applications from the 33,796 applications received for the Class of 2026.

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Estrela Consulting Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

June is LGBTQ Pride Month in honor of the Stonewall Riots that took place during this month in 1969. Recent studies have shown that LGBTQ youth experience significantly higher rates of mental health issues , often stemming from a lack of support in their own homes or communities. For LGBTQ students trying to navigate the college search process, identifying institutions where they may feel safe, supported and welcome can feel like a daunting challenge.

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College Transitions

JUNE 2, 2023

There is so much to like about Boston University that it’s not hard to figure out why it received almost 81,000 applications for a spot in the 2023-24 freshman class. This school has experienced such.

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Ivy Central

MAY 30, 2023

Class of 2027 embarks on the shifting of the admissions landscape at Yale University since the pandemic. A remarkable number of changes have unfolded in the Classes of 2027, 2026, and 2025 at Yale University. Several preferences and trends have transformed the path to higher education. The overall acceptance rate of the Class of 2027 is 4.35%. The university received a total number of 52,250 applicants and 2,275 students were admitted.

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 30, 2023

Some schools have explicit capped loans policies - either only giving federally subsidized loans or limiting overall loan amount - which means more protection for your family. Some schools have student contribution policies , that explicitly limit student contribution and allow them to focus on school. Read more college admissions tips on our blog !

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PrepScholar

MAY 30, 2023

If you've taken the ACT and gotten your ACT test scores back, you probably want to know how you did. Or you might be planning for the ACT and want to know what ACT composite score to aim for. So what is a good ACT score? In this article, we'll discuss what makes a good ACT composite score. We also give you a step-by-step guide to figuring out what a good ACT score is for you personally, depending on the colleges you plan to apply to.

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College Transitions

JUNE 1, 2023

Tom Cruise’s iconic Princeton University interview in the ’80s classic Risky Business leads his character, Joel Goodson, to receive an against-all-odds letter of acceptance. Back in 1983 when the film debuted, the Princeton University acceptance.

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Ivy Central

MAY 27, 2023

University of California, San Diego (UCSD) is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, groundbreaking research, and a vibrant campus community. UCSD offers diverse programs and opportunities that empower students to explore their passions and make a meaningful impact in their chosen fields. All programs have a strong emphasis on innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 30, 2023

Comprehensive, updated (May 2023) list of no-loan colleges. We called and emailed financial aid departments, so you don’t have to! $5500 is the loan cap most college access advisors recommend. Not all colleges include loans in your financial aid package. See a sample financial aid letter for a no-loan college ! See a sample financial aid letter for a no-loan college for an EFC of $0 !

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PrepScholar

MAY 30, 2023

If you're thinking of hiring a private tutor or enrolling in a local class for your SAT or ACT studying, take a moment to consider whether an online prep class might be right for you. To help you make an informed decision about your prep, we're providing you with a list of the six biggest pros and cons of online SAT and ACT classes. But first, what exactly is an online prep class and how does it work?

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College Transitions

JUNE 1, 2023

The University of Pennsylvania was founded in the 18th Century as a member of the Ivy League; yet, it took roughly 250 years for it to become the uber-elite, highly-selective institution that it is today.

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road2college

MAY 30, 2023

Moving into your dorm room can be an exciting time, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. This article. The post Dorm Checklist: The Complete Guide to Packing for College appeared first on Road2College.

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 30, 2023

Using College Board’s financial aid data is vital - we’ll walk you through it ! The best place to look for colleges that provide full financial aid is the US News and World Report. How can middle class families get a full ride ? Or full tuition? What’s the difference? List of colleges that provide full financial aid. Step-by-step: how to check how much financial aid a school typically provides.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

MAY 29, 2023

The Optional Arts Supplement The optional arts supplement is a component of the college application for which we have some strong (and sometimes controversial) advice for at least 75% of you. Here it is in a nutshell: just don’t! Why? Because unless you are in the top 10% -25% or so with regard to your talent in the arts, an optional arts supplement will hurt you more than it helps you.

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College Transitions

JUNE 1, 2023

Successful applicants to Cornell University universally possess an ‘A’ average in a rigorous high school curriculum, stellar SAT/ACT scores (with some pandemic-driven exceptions), as well as a record of accomplishment outside of the classroom in.

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PrepScholar

MAY 28, 2023

Applying to college soon? Curious about what colleges are looking for in applicants, especially when it comes to SAT or ACT scores? Not sure how you stack up against other applicants at your dream school? If you feel like you have more questions than answers about what colleges look for in admissions, you're note alone. The college admissions process can be very confusing, and it's easy to feel lost and frustrated.

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 29, 2023

Diversity at SSA takes many forms , and enriches both our staff and students. One of the reasons it’s so important to us to have a diverse - in all senses of the word - summer program is because it helps students in their transition to college. Read more about our summer institute on the blog! Our Students Get a Real College Experience! Socratic Summer Academy isn’t just a chance to improve test scores or live on a college campus, it’s a chance to become a more empathetic, open, and accepting pe

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Humbach Education Consulting

MAY 31, 2023

What should your high school student be doing with their precious summer? Wait for it……they should be having fun. That’s the answer, the whole answer. As a college admissions advisor, I am often asked this exact question. It is not my intention to come off as flippant about this question but rather, honest. What was true for my generation (I grew up in the 70’s and 80’s), is true for Gen Z.

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College Transitions

MAY 30, 2023

The historical trajectory of UCLA admissions can best be understood through a once-per-decade peek at the university’s shifting acceptance rates. In 1980, nearly three-quarters of those who applied were accepted, by 1990, this had dropped.

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PrepScholar

JUNE 1, 2023

Getting into college is increasingly competitive, and more and more students like you are looking at ways they can increase their chances of being accepted. While it’s not uncommon for kids to wait until later in high school to start worrying about their GPA, we don’t recommend this! Your grades begin calculating with your very first assignment, quiz, and test, so it’s important to think about this early on.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

MAY 31, 2023

Reading Time: 11 minutes Any school looking to increase its engagement on social media may be keen to know about the positive impact a student ambassador program can have. These programs position your current students at the forefront of your marketing efforts, allowing them to connect with your prospects and promote your school and its messaging. By giving your prospects a name and a face they can associate with your school, you’re also providing them with a personality they can interact with—b

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 30, 2023

Private college admissions counselors (like our stellar team at Top Tier Admissions ) work with students to maximize their options in the increasingly complex and competitive college admissions process. Using knowledge and insight into admissions trends , policies, and practices – from first-hand experience as former college admissions officers or professional educators – our private counselors help students optimize successful admissions outcomes by making informed and strategic decisions about

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College Transitions

MAY 31, 2023

When you look at a list of the lowest college acceptance rates in the country and your dream school occupies one of the top positions, this is hardly cause for celebration. Stanford University, with its.

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road2college

MAY 30, 2023

I remember the initial relief I felt after we placed the college deposit for our daughter, and the rush of. The post High School Transition to College: A Parent’s Guide appeared first on Road2College.

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Estrela Consulting Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Summer is coming! Summer is coming! Every year we hear from parents seeking our input on what their children should do during summer vacation to "make their applications look better" or to make them a "stronger applicant." While it's true that the summer months are a great time to do SOMETHING, the question is whether what that something is really matters on your college applications.

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Admissions.Blog

MAY 30, 2023

Transitioning from high school to college is a significant milestone in every student’s life, and for those pursuing STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics – programs, the journey can be particularly challenging. STEM courses often require a higher level of dedication, critical thinking, and time management skills compared to other high school or college courses.

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College Transitions

MAY 30, 2023

In recent years, the University of Michigan has opened its doors to more and more out-of-state and international students than at any point in the school’s history. Presently, roughly half of the undergraduate student population.

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road2college

JUNE 1, 2023

A parent shares how her student got into several direct-admit nursing programs that offered merit and financial aid. The post Our Family’s Direct-Admit Nursing Program Journey appeared first on Road2College.

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iSchoolConnect

JUNE 2, 2023

An overview of Cornell University Cornell University is one of the most prestigious Ivy League universities in the United States, and it’s not hard to see why. With a rich history dating back to 1865, Cornell has consistently been at the forefront of research and innovation and is home to some of the brightest minds […] The post Top 50 FAQs about Cornell University appeared first on Study Abroad Blogs | All about universities, programs, tests, & more!

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BestColleges

JUNE 2, 2023

NYU graduate Brenna Lipset amassed a large social media following from documenting New York City protests. While attending protests in early May related to the death of Jordan Neely, Lipset was identified by the NYPD as someone who committed criminal trespassing. The warrant for her arrest was issued just weeks before she was set to graduate. Lipset was unable to graduate last year due to mental health struggles and feared she may not make it to this year's ceremony due to the warrant.

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College Transitions

MAY 29, 2023

The University of California – Berkeley’s reputation as a haven for young liberals grew in the 1960s as it became the epicenter of protests over the Vietnam War and, in many ways, the very center.

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