Princeton College Consulting

JANUARY 26, 2023

How many AP Courses should I take in high school? While it varies by high school, many high schools start their curriculum planning process for the following year as early as January or February. Your interests: If you are interested in a subject, you are more likely to enjoy the class and do well in it.

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 22, 2023

In recent times, standardized testing policies for Ivy League universities have undergone significant changes, especially in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and growing concerns about equity in college admissions. What Does This Mean for Applicants?

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Solomon Admissions

APRIL 12, 2023

There are many moving parts to the college admissions process, yet most students and families don’t understand the integral role their high school counselor plays. High school counselors can help students with the college admissions process in a number of ways.

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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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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The answer includes strong academics, compelling extracurriculars, and an authentic story that showcases your unique strengths. Letters of recommendation Harvard requires three letters: two from teachers and one from your school counselor. What does Harvard look for in an applicant?

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

According to Columbia, this move was prompted by a growing recognition of the flaws in standardized testing and the school’s desire to make the admissions process more equitable and accessible to a broader range of students. For decades, standardized tests have been central to the college admissions process.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

According to Columbia, this move was prompted by a growing recognition of the flaws in standardized testing and the school’s desire to make the admissions process more equitable and accessible to a broader range of students. For decades, standardized tests have been central to the college admissions process.

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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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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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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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HelloCollege

JANUARY 14, 2025

Participating in dual enrollment in high school can be a great way to make the most of your college experience. What Is Dual Enrollment in High School? Dual enrollment, also know as concurrent enrollment, allows students to earn college credit while still in high school.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 8, 2025

It is becoming even more important for students to show a commitment to their academic interests as part of their extracurricular activities. Now is the time for students to consider both their extracurricular activities and their summer plans to use their time to pursue their interests. Read the release here. Read the article here.

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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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Peterson's Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Standardized tests, like the SAT and ACT, are used to determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. Scores grant entry to schools with specific requirements, award scholarships, and determine areas of strengths and weaknesses within a student’s academic career. ACT and SAT scores decline across the U.S.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 7, 2023

Because colleges consider all four years of high school, it’s important for these trends to start as early as freshman year. Although many colleges and universities have become or are becoming test-optional , it is undeniable that top-ranked schools still prefer to see strong standardized test scores if possible.

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Great College Advice

JULY 25, 2023

One of the most-oft questions I get from families is some version of this: “Which is more important — grades or extracurricular activities? Schools like to admit people who are good at school. Grades are more important than your extracurricular activities. Here’s the answer. Hands down. Why is that?

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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? Raise your test scores? Do more extracurriculars? What can you do to improve your chances?

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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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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 14, 2024

C ollege Private Counseling Develop an organized and effective application strategy that leverages your academic and extracurricular experience to stand out. None of the UCs offer early admission or consider standardized test scores. and an overall out-of-state acceptance rate of 13%.

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BestColleges

MARCH 20, 2024

Note Reference [2] Check Researchers found that SAT scores were strong predictors of academic success in college — even more so than high school GPAs. It's also important to remember that your standardized test score is just one factor that schools will consider in your overall application.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

AUGUST 21, 2023

RISING JUNIORS Sign up for standardized test dates. Make a plan for when you will visit colleges, either during days off of school or over vacations. Decide which extracurricular activities you want to participate in. RISING SOPHOMORES Think about which extracurricular activities you want to focus on.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

Recently, selective colleges have moved toward preferring “pointy” students to “well-rounded” ones, meaning that they would like to admit students who, in addition to having strong statistics like GPA and standardized test scores, have begun to pursue their academic passions in substantive ways.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

Recently, selective colleges have moved toward preferring “pointy” students to “well-rounded” ones, meaning that they would like to admit students who, in addition to having strong statistics like GPA and standardized test scores, have begun to pursue their academic passions in substantive ways.

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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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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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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

The acceptance rate hovers around 20%, reflecting the university's rigorous standards and selective nature. Acceptance GPA The rigour of the high school curriculum, together with the individual's academic performance are the two most important factors that BU consider when looking at applications. Start today!

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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. These include strategies in critical areas such as user research, opportunity testing, MVP development, marketing, scaling, and exiting.

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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. Standardized test prep for the ACT and SAT should bridge academic gaps in math and English.

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Scoir

JANUARY 11, 2024

Junior year of high school is a key point in the college planning process. Between preparing for standardized tests to keeping up with extracurriculars, this year is full of hard work, reflection, and discovery.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 13, 2023

How to Prep for College During Your Summer Break Are you a high school junior, sophomore, or even freshman trying to decide how best to spend your last few summers prepping before college ? High school summers are difficult because there are so many competing priorities - so many “right” ways to spend your time.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 28, 2023

The Claremont Colleges boast a unique consortium that benefits from the diverse missions, character, and culture of each institution and the integration of academic and extracurricular programs. 97.78% of first-year students were in the top quarter of their high school class. Start today!

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Solomon Admissions

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

It's best to start the college application process early, ideally in the summer of your senior year in high school. This gives you plenty of time to research colleges, take standardized tests, and complete all required application materials. How do standardized tests factor into the college application process?

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In addition to being two of their toughest academic years, your child will be tasked with maximizing their standardized test scores, continuing to pursue high-impact extracurricular activities, securing recommendation letters, and working on their college applications by writing essay upon essay. Complete college visits.

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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

Admission Requirements : Colleges specify the minimum number of high school courses in each academic discipline they want to see their applicants have taken. Advanced Placement (AP) : College level courses for high schools students offered by the College Board that have specific curricula in a large number of subjects.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 15, 2022

To understand the private school admission process, we suggest beginning your research a full 12 months before the school year begins. RESEARCH AND SCHOOL VISITS. Before your student applies to private high schools, you should identify the types of schools that interest them most and match your family’s priorities.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 29, 2023

The Claremont Colleges boast a unique consortium that benefits from the diverse missions, character, and culture of each institution and the integration of academic and extracurricular programs. Acceptance GPA Claremont McKenna College is a highly selective college and most of the accepted students have a high school GPA higher than 3.97.

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Solomon Admissions

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Starting high school can be seen as the first step towards the college educational journey. For some, preparation for college can begin as early as middle school, however, most begin the process sometime in high school. Taking , test prep courses will help enhance your test scores.

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