Excelsior Admissions Consulting

MARCH 11, 2024

I often hear stories about students who get A’s in high school and are not admitted to the most selective colleges. high schools in the last few decades. of college freshman reported having a high school GPA of A or A+. Also, students should consider their intended major when choosing high school courses.

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College Transitions

AUGUST 28, 2023

Though many internships are designed for college students, some high school computer science internships also provide motivated students with experiences in the professional field. Listed below are some excellent computer […]

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HelloCollege

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Below is an outline to help you understand the differences and learn how to create a high school resume. What is the Purpose of a High School Resume? A high school resume serves as a vital tool for students to present their skills and experiences effectively. How should I format my high school resume?

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Admissions.Blog

APRIL 3, 2023

Career mapping is a crucial process for high school students, as it allows them to gain clarity on their interests, skills, and aspirations and align them with suitable career paths. Also, consider participating in extracurricular activities or volunteer work to gain practical experience and develop new skills.

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PrepScholar

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

I highly recommend trying out some medical experiences in high school before committing to a pre-med track. Many of my high school friends who hoped to go into medicine ended up changing their major during college when the pre-med courses got too difficult.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 17, 2024

High school is the perfect time to start thinking about your future. For most students, taking high school seriously is driven by the goal of getting into Ivy League schools or other top universities in the country. Freshman year When you start your freshman year, youre stepping into high school with a clean slate.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

On the other hand, if you are a superstar premed student, you might be wondering whether you're optimizing your time by pursuing the “best” extracurricular activities for medical school. What are some unique extracurriculars for medical school? How could you compete with them? Do you even want to?

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College Wise

APRIL 20, 2023

What a thing to be a high school student! Academics, activities, athletics, all ask for your time. Family and fun are important too. It is a true juggle!

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

When it comes to your college applications, one big question is: how many extracurriculars should I have to stand out without overloading my plate? Think of extracurriculars like toppings on a pizza. Let’s break down how many extracurriculars you should really have, what counts, and how to make yours stand out. Don’t sweat it.

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Grown & Flown

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Teens are under much stress at school My 15-year-old often puts in 16-hour days. She isn’t running a Fortune 500 Company, just attending high school. On December 15th, she was at school by 7:30 am. It only depresses me, and I don’t even have to attend school there. I think it is worse.

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Princeton College Consulting

OCTOBER 8, 2024

School is back in session, which means a whirlwind of new classes and activities to explore. As classwork resumes, extracurriculars ramp up, and college applications loom for juniors and seniors, the start of the school year can feel both exhilarating and overwhelming.

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Grown & Flown

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

When college students are home from school, they will be eager to catch up with their high school friends. Let them hang out with their friends but ask if they can schedule a time for a family dinner or family outing so that you can spend quality time with them before they head back to school.

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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. Here are some […]

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 26, 2023

Quill and Scroll: An In-Depth Look at the Prestigious Honor Society for High School Journalists Quill and Scroll is an international honor society dedicated to recognizing and supporting high school journalists and their educators. Founded in 1926 by George H.

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Admissions officers mark each individual factor (grades, test scores, essays, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, etc.) Certainly, it’s nice to be a great center fielder, to have led your Model UN team to a regional title, or to be the lead in your high school musical.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Certain colleges tend to be popular at different high schools. Basically, college admissions officers evaluate applicants based on their qualifications (grades, extracurriculars, test scores etc.). Second, a student’s chances of admission can be affected by the historic relationship between the high school and college.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 6, 2023

Opponents of testing argue that factors such as school GPA, extracurricular activities and teacher recommendations are better predictors, while testing reduces diversity in the college population as students from disadvantaged groups do less well in tests. Start today!

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College Transitions

APRIL 4, 2024

If you’re starting to think about your college applications, you may already know that many competitive applicants now engage in internships to make themselves stronger candidates for admissions committees.[i]

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Simply Admissions

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Your dream future can be the compass guiding your high school journey. Explore Electives and Pathways: High schools offer specialized courses in STEM, arts, business, and more. What comes next? Are you conducting groundbreaking research in a lab? Designing innovative buildings? Performing on Broadway?

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 20, 2023

The college admissions process is one of the biggest sources of stress for high school students and their families. When should students start visiting schools? In fact, many families find that starting with a college consultant early in high school enables students to be most successful in the college admissions process.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 15, 2024

Grad School Analysis & Guidance Program Craft your grad school strategy and sharpen your applications and essays. START NOW HOW TO GET INTO LAW SCHOOL Focus on your grades. The best major and minor for law school are those that you can excel in and that facilitate your work carving out strong faculty support and mentorship.

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The easiest way to begin is by joining a relevant club at school. If your high school has a student-published newspaper, yearbook committee, or English club, those are excellent places to start. So, let's explore ways to truly own your niche.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 20, 2023

Is your SAT score or ACT score high enough to get into Yale? What about your high school GPA? The admissions process at Ivy League schools seems hard to understand. How do schools like Yale choose who to accept? Do more extracurriculars? That means nearly straight As in every high school class.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Prompt 1 (required) Please provide more details on your most meaningful commitment outside of the classroom while in high school and explain why it was meaningful. This could be related to an extracurricular activity, work, volunteering, an academic activity, family responsibility, or any other non-classroom activity.

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University Gurus

MARCH 23, 2024

For others, it refers to a high school specialized in college placement. For others, it might fall somewhere in between, including some test prep services and making sure you pick the right high school classes. Generally, colleges want to see long-term and deep involvement with your extracurriculars.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 7, 2023

Strong candidates for Ivy League schools are able to present both exceptionally strong grades and a rigorous course load (as in, many Honors, Advanced, and AP- or IB-level courses). Because colleges consider all four years of high school, it’s important for these trends to start as early as freshman year.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 10, 2023

Wharton Global Youth Program: On-Campus Essentials of Entrepreneurship Essentials of Entrepreneurship is an intensive two-week summer program for high school students enrolled in grades 9-11. Academic classes are held Monday-Friday with extracurricular activities available in the evenings and on the weekends.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The best predictor of your success in college is your high school performance, typically quantified by your GPA. However, we also want to see that you’ve challenged yourself with the most challenging classes available to you in the context of your high school.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 20, 2023

But how do colleges compare students who come from such different high schools? When evaluating a high school student’s academic performance, college admissions committees read weighted and unweighted GPAs differently. High School Unweighted GPA An unweighted GPA is simple to calculate. A 93-96 4.0

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Ivy Central

MAY 19, 2023

The institution offers a vibrant array of extracurricular activities, clubs, and organizations that cater to diverse interests. The Student Center of the campus offers numerous dining options, social spaces, and event venues for students to connect, unwind, and engage in extracurricular activities. Start today!

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 22, 2023

One of the primary arguments for hiring a private college coach or college admissions consultant is that public school guidance counselors are too overworked to give each high school student personalized attention in the college admissions process. Asking Quick Questions Finally, sometimes you just have a question.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 8, 2024

In this post, we’ll outline some of the key college milestones you’re likely to encounter during high school so that you have some idea of how long college admissions will take for you. It is important to focus on getting your footing in your first year, but there are a few future-focused items to consider. standardized tests!

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The answer includes strong academics, compelling extracurriculars, and an authentic story that showcases your unique strengths. Extracurricular activities Harvard values students who are passionate and committed to activities outside the classroom. What does Harvard look for in an applicant?

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Ivy Central

JUNE 2, 2023

The admitted students hail from all 50 states, 63 countries, and nearly 900 different high schools. In addition to academic achievement, MIT also considers a variety of factors in its admissions process, including extracurricular activities, personal essays, and letters of recommendation. Start today!

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Ivy Central

JUNE 2, 2023

The admitted students hail from all 50 states, 63 countries, and nearly 900 different high schools. In addition to academic achievement, MIT also considers a variety of factors in its admissions process, including extracurricular activities, personal essays, and letters of recommendation. Start today!

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 11, 2023

After all, college admissions officers generally only look at students’ high school records. In reality, however, the choices students make in middle school can set them up for success in high school and have a significant impact on their ultimate college prospects. Develop strong time management skills.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Aspiring MBA students, whether still in high school or currently in college, can take strategic steps now to position themselves for success later. Grad School Analysis & Guidance Program Craft your grad school strategy and sharpen your applications and essays. WHY ARE MBA APPLICATIONS INCREASING?

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